Gadragan-I - Chakapada, Kandhamal
Gadragan-I is a village situated in the Chakapada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakapada and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Chahali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadragan-I village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadragan-I is 416050. The village covers a total geographical area of 205 hectares and falls under the 762028 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Gadragan-I village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadragan-I
According to the 2011 Census, Gadragan-I village had a total population of 215 people, including 109 males and 106 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.53%, with male literacy at 73.96% and female literacy at 46.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 50, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 164.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 215 | 109 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 164 | 83 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 71 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 38 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Gadragan-I
Gadragan-I 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 Gadragan-I
Public transport in the Gadragan-I is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 G. Udayagiri to Gadragan-I is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gadragan-I is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadragan-I
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadragan-I village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gadragan-I
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadragan-I 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gadragan-I
Where is Gadragan-I located?
Gadragan-I village is located in Chakapada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gadragan-I?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadragan-I is Chahali.
What is the pincode of Gadragan-I?
The pincode of Gadragan-I is 762028.
What is the population of Gadragan-I?
Gadragan-I had a total population of 215, including 109 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Gadragan-I?
Gadragan-I had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadragan-I?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadragan-I was 60.53%. Male literacy was 73.96% and female literacy was 46.81%.