Gadachikili - Surada, Ganjam
Gadachikili is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Badagada and around 105 km from Chatrapur. Borada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadachikili village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadachikili is 410998. The village covers a total geographical area of 221 hectares and falls under the 761109 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 77 km away.
Gadachikili village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadachikili
According to the 2011 Census, Gadachikili village had a total population of 603 people, including 278 males and 325 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 1,169 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.40%, with male literacy at 71.76% and female literacy at 46.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 159.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 603 | 278 | 325 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 62 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 70 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 283 | 155 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 320 | 123 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Gadachikili
Gadachikili is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gadachikili
Public transport in the Gadachikili is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Brahmapur to Gadachikili is about 77 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Gadachikili is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadachikili
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadachikili village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gadachikili
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadachikili village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gadachikili
Where is Gadachikili located?
Gadachikili village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gadachikili?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadachikili is Borada.
What is the pincode of Gadachikili?
The pincode of Gadachikili is 761109.
What is the population of Gadachikili?
Gadachikili had a total population of 603, including 278 males and 325 females.
How many households are there in Gadachikili?
Gadachikili had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadachikili?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadachikili was 57.40%. Male literacy was 71.76% and female literacy was 46.21%.