Gandamehra
Gandamehra is a village located in Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Golamunda (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Gandemer is the gram panchayat of Gandamehra village.
Here you can discover what makes Gandamehra unique in its vibrant Golamunda-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Gandamehra’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gandamehra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gandamehra is 423877. The village spans a total geographical area of 599 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766015. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to Gandamehra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 72km away.
Google Map of Gandamehra
Population of Gandamehra
According to the 2011 Census, Gandamehra has a total population of about 1,760, with approximately 909 males and 851 females. The sex ratio is around 936 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 236 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 9 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 278. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.15%, with male literacy at about 66.23% and female literacy near 30.90%. There are around 514 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gandamehra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,760 | 909 | 851 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 118 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 278 | 137 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 865 | 602 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 895 | 307 | 588 |
Connectivity of Gandamehra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gandamehra. As per the 2011 stats, Gandamehra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gandamehra
Knowing the nearby villages of Gandamehra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gandamehra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gandamehra
- Where is Gandamehra located?
- Gandamehra village is situated in Golamunda Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gandamehra?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gandamehra is Gandemer (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gandamehra?
- The pincode of Gandamehra is 766015, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gandamehra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandamehra is 1,760, with 909 males and 851 females.
- How many households are there in Gandamehra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gandamehra village has a total of 514 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gandamehra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandamehra is 49.15%. The male literacy rate is 66.23%, while the female literacy rate is 30.90%.