Gandakia
Gandakia is a village located in Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 42km away from sub-district headquarter Baliguda (tehsildar office) and 125km away from district headquarter Phulbani. As per 2009 stats, Sirtiguda is the gram panchayat of Gandakia village.
Here you can discover what makes Gandakia unique in its vibrant Baliguda-Kandhamal region. You’ll see Gandakia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gandakia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gandakia is 416492. The village spans a total geographical area of 218 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 762110. Sonapur is nearest town to Gandakia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 67km away.
Google Map of Gandakia
Population of Gandakia
According to the 2011 Census, Gandakia has a total population of about 214, with approximately 104 males and 110 females. The sex ratio is around 1057 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 35 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 82 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 132. The overall literacy rate is approximately 35.98%, with male literacy at about 41.35% and female literacy near 30.91%. There are around 59 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gandakia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 214 | 104 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 41 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 132 | 63 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 43 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 61 | 76 |
Connectivity of Gandakia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gandakia. As per the 2011 stats, Gandakia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gandakia
Knowing the nearby villages of Gandakia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gandakia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gandakia
- Where is Gandakia located?
- Gandakia village is situated in Baliguda Tehsil, within the Kandhamal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gandakia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gandakia is Sirtiguda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gandakia?
- The pincode of Gandakia is 762110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gandakia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandakia is 214, with 104 males and 110 females.
- How many households are there in Gandakia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gandakia village has a total of 59 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gandakia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandakia is 35.98%. The male literacy rate is 41.35%, while the female literacy rate is 30.91%.