Gadimaska - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Gadimaska is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 49 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 132 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Khamankhol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadimaska village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadimaska is 416485. The village covers a total geographical area of 30 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 74 km away.
Gadimaska 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 Gadimaska
As per Census 2011, Gadimaska village has a total population of 187 people, consisting of 90 males and 97 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 1,077 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 84 literate and 103 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 186 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadimaska are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 187 | 90 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 186 | 89 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 55 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 35 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Gadimaska
Gadimaska 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 Gadimaska
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Gadimaska.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonapur to Gadimaska is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gadimaska is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadimaska
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadimaska 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gadimaska
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadimaska village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gadimaska
Where is Gadimaska located?
Gadimaska village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadimaska?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadimaska is Khamankhol.
What is the pincode of Gadimaska?
The pincode of Gadimaska is 762110.
What is the population of Gadimaska?
Gadimaska has a total population of 187, including 90 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Gadimaska?
There are 48 households in Gadimaska.
What is the literacy rate in Gadimaska?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadimaska is 44.92%. Male literacy is 61.11% and female literacy is 29.90%.