Gadingia - G.Udayagiri, Kandhamal
Gadingia is a village situated in the G.Udayagiri tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in G.udayagiri and around 5 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Kalinga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadingia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadingia is 415774. The village covers a total geographical area of 71 hectares and falls under the 762100 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Gadingia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadingia
According to the 2011 Census, Gadingia village had a total population of 88 people, including 42 males and 46 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,095 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.95%, with male literacy at 61.11% and female literacy at 47.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35, 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 | 88 | 42 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 20 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Gadingia
Gadingia 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 Gadingia
Public transport in the Gadingia 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 Gadingia is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gadingia is about 5 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadingia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadingia 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 Gadingia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadingia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gadingia
Where is Gadingia located?
Gadingia village is located in G.Udayagiri Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadingia?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadingia is Kalinga.
What is the pincode of Gadingia?
The pincode of Gadingia is 762100.
What is the population of Gadingia?
Gadingia had a total population of 88, including 42 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Gadingia?
Gadingia had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadingia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadingia was 53.95%. Male literacy was 61.11% and female literacy was 47.50%.