Gandiguda(A) - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Gandiguda(A) is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from Baliguda and around 155 km from Phulbani. Tillori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gandiguda(A) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandiguda(A) is 416808. The village covers a total geographical area of 114 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 121 km away.
Gandiguda(A) 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 Gandiguda(A)
According to the 2011 Census, Gandiguda(A) village had a total population of 135 people, including 68 males and 67 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 73.58% and female literacy at 27.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 53.
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 | 135 | 68 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 31 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 39 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 29 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Gandiguda(A)
Gandiguda(A) 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 Gandiguda(A)
Gandiguda(A) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Phulabani to Gandiguda(A) is about 121 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gandiguda(A) is about 155 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gandiguda(A)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandiguda(A) 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 Gandiguda(A)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandiguda(A) 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gandiguda(A)
Where is Gandiguda(A) located?
Gandiguda(A) village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandiguda(A)?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandiguda(A) is Tillori.
What is the pincode of Gandiguda(A)?
The pincode of Gandiguda(A) is 762103.
What is the population of Gandiguda(A)?
Gandiguda(A) had a total population of 135, including 68 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Gandiguda(A)?
Gandiguda(A) had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gandiguda(A)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandiguda(A) was 50.00%. Male literacy was 73.58% and female literacy was 27.27%.