Gandaguda
Gandaguda is a village located in Jayapatna tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 57km away from sub-district headquarter Jayapatna (tehsildar office) and 92km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Paikkandmundi is the gram panchayat of Gandaguda village.
Here you can discover what makes Gandaguda unique in its vibrant Jayapatna-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Gandaguda’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 Gandaguda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gandaguda is 424207. The village spans a total geographical area of 128 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766018. Junagarh is nearest town to Gandaguda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 66km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gandaguda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gandaguda
Population of Gandaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Gandaguda has a total population of about 443, with approximately 218 males and 225 females. The sex ratio is around 1032 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 52 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 33 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 349. The overall literacy rate is approximately 41.31%, with male literacy at about 47.71% and female literacy near 35.11%. There are around 112 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gandaguda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 443 | 218 | 225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 29 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 11 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 349 | 173 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 104 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 114 | 146 |
Connectivity of Gandaguda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gandaguda. As per the 2011 stats, Gandaguda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gandaguda
Knowing the nearby villages of Gandaguda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gandaguda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gandaguda
- Where is Gandaguda located?
- Gandaguda village is situated in Jayapatna Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gandaguda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gandaguda is Paikkandmundi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gandaguda?
- The pincode of Gandaguda is 766018, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gandaguda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandaguda is 443, with 218 males and 225 females.
- How many households are there in Gandaguda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gandaguda village has a total of 112 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gandaguda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandaguda is 41.31%. The male literacy rate is 47.71%, while the female literacy rate is 35.11%.