Gadaringia - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Gadaringia is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 101 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Battaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadaringia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadaringia is 416729. The village covers a total geographical area of 186 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 97 km away.
Gadaringia 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 Gadaringia
As per Census 2011, Gadaringia village has a total population of 382 people, consisting of 185 males and 197 females. The village has 94 households and a sex ratio of 1,064 females per 1,000 males. There are 88 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 130 literate and 252 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 218 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadaringia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 382 | 185 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 45 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 218 | 100 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 86 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 99 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Gadaringia
Gadaringia 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 Gadaringia
Public transport in the Gadaringia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Phulabani to Gadaringia is about 97 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gadaringia is about 101 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadaringia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadaringia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gadaringia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadaringia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gadaringia
Where is Gadaringia located?
Gadaringia village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadaringia?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadaringia is Battaguda.
What is the pincode of Gadaringia?
The pincode of Gadaringia is 762110.
What is the population of Gadaringia?
Gadaringia has a total population of 382, including 185 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Gadaringia?
There are 94 households in Gadaringia.
What is the literacy rate in Gadaringia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadaringia is 34.03%. Male literacy is 46.49% and female literacy is 22.34%.