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
As per Census 2011, Gabangpadar village has a total population of 129 people, consisting of 59 males and 70 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 1,186 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 49 literate and 80 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 97 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gabangpadar are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 129, including 59 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Gabangpadar?
There are 27 households in Gabangpadar.
What is the literacy rate in Gabangpadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gabangpadar is 37.98%. Male literacy is 45.76% and female literacy is 31.43%.