Gandbasa - Kalahandi
Gandbasa is a village situated in the Kalahandi tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from Kegaon and around 50 km from Bhawanipatna. Dumuria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gandbasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandbasa is 423631. The village covers a total geographical area of 157 hectares and falls under the 766036 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Gandbasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhawanipatna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gandbasa
According to the 2011 Census, Gandbasa village had a total population of 284 people, including 141 males and 143 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.90%, with male literacy at 89.43% and female literacy at 58.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 88.
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 | 284 | 141 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 88 | 48 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 184 | 110 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 31 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Gandbasa
Gandbasa 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 Gandbasa
Gandbasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Khariar Road to Gandbasa is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Gandbasa is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gandbasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandbasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gandbasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandbasa 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gandbasa
Where is Gandbasa located?
Gandbasa village is located in Kalahandi Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandbasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandbasa is Dumuria.
What is the pincode of Gandbasa?
The pincode of Gandbasa is 766036.
What is the population of Gandbasa?
Gandbasa had a total population of 284, including 141 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Gandbasa?
Gandbasa had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gandbasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandbasa was 73.90%. Male literacy was 89.43% and female literacy was 58.73%.