Gabangpadar - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Gabangpadar is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Barakhama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gabangpadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gabangpadar is 416652. The village covers a total geographical area of 160 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 79 km away.
Gabangpadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gabangpadar
According to the 2011 Census, Gabangpadar village had a total population of 129 people, including 59 males and 70 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,186 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.58%, with male literacy at 64.29% and female literacy at 41.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 97.
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 | 129 | 59 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 42 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 32 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Gabangpadar
Gabangpadar 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 Gabangpadar
Public transport in the Gabangpadar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Gabangpadar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Gabangpadar is about 79 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gabangpadar is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gabangpadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gabangpadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gabangpadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gabangpadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gabangpadar
Where is Gabangpadar located?
Gabangpadar village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gabangpadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gabangpadar is Barakhama.
What is the pincode of Gabangpadar?
The pincode of Gabangpadar is 762110.
What is the population of Gabangpadar?
Gabangpadar had a total population of 129, including 59 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Gabangpadar?
Gabangpadar had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gabangpadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gabangpadar was 51.58%. Male literacy was 64.29% and female literacy was 41.51%.