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)
As per Census 2011, Gandiguda(A) village has a total population of 135 people, consisting of 68 males and 67 females. The village has 31 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 54 literate and 81 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 53 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gandiguda(A) are given below:
| 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) has a total population of 135, including 68 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Gandiguda(A)?
There are 31 households in Gandiguda(A).
What is the literacy rate in Gandiguda(A)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandiguda(A) is 40.00%. Male literacy is 57.35% and female literacy is 22.39%.