Gazalbadi - Surada, Ganjam
Gazalbadi is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surada and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Gazalabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gazalbadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gazalbadi is 410816. The village covers a total geographical area of 151 hectares and falls under the 761108 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Gazalbadi 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 Gazalbadi
As per Census 2011, Gazalbadi village has a total population of 1,063 people, consisting of 558 males and 505 females. The village has 286 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 152 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 637 literate and 426 illiterate residents. Additionally, 269 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 331 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gazalbadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,063 | 558 | 505 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 83 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 269 | 135 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 331 | 192 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 637 | 393 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 426 | 165 | 261 |
Nearby Villages of Gazalbadi
Gazalbadi 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 Gazalbadi
Gazalbadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surada to Gazalbadi is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Gazalbadi is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gazalbadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gazalbadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gazalbadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gazalbadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gazalbadi
Where is Gazalbadi located?
Gazalbadi village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gazalbadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gazalbadi is Gazalabadi.
What is the pincode of Gazalbadi?
The pincode of Gazalbadi is 761108.
What is the population of Gazalbadi?
Gazalbadi has a total population of 1,063, including 558 males and 505 females.
How many households are there in Gazalbadi?
There are 286 households in Gazalbadi.
What is the literacy rate in Gazalbadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gazalbadi is 59.92%. Male literacy is 70.43% and female literacy is 48.32%.