Gdangi - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Gdangi is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sudra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gdangi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gdangi is 416589. The village covers a total geographical area of 22 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 77 km away.
Gdangi 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 Gdangi
As per Census 2011, Gdangi village has a total population of 40 people, consisting of 19 males and 21 females. The village has 8 households and a sex ratio of 1,105 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4 literate and 36 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gdangi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 16 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Gdangi
Gdangi 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 Gdangi
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Gdangi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonapur to Gdangi is about 77 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gdangi is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gdangi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gdangi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gdangi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gdangi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gdangi
Where is Gdangi located?
Gdangi village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gdangi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gdangi is Sudra.
What is the pincode of Gdangi?
The pincode of Gdangi is 762110.
What is the population of Gdangi?
Gdangi has a total population of 40, including 19 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Gdangi?
There are 8 households in Gdangi.
What is the literacy rate in Gdangi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gdangi is 10.00%. Male literacy is 15.79% and female literacy is 4.76%.