Gand Padar - Madanpur Rampur, Kalahandi
Gand Padar is a village situated in the Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur Rampur and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Manikera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gand Padar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gand Padar is 422493. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 766102 pincode. Kesinga is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Gand Padar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gand Padar
As per Census 2011, Gand Padar village has a total population of 195 people, consisting of 88 males and 107 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 1,215 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 101 literate and 94 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 118 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gand Padar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 195 | 88 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 118 | 51 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 47 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 41 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Gand Padar
Gand Padar 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 Gand Padar
Gand Padar 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 Kesinga to Gand Padar is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Gand Padar is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gand Padar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gand Padar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gand Padar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gand Padar 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 Gand Padar
Where is Gand Padar located?
Gand Padar village is located in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gand Padar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gand Padar is Manikera.
What is the pincode of Gand Padar?
The pincode of Gand Padar is 766102.
What is the population of Gand Padar?
Gand Padar has a total population of 195, including 88 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Gand Padar?
There are 53 households in Gand Padar.
What is the literacy rate in Gand Padar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gand Padar is 51.79%. Male literacy is 53.41% and female literacy is 50.47%.