Gadaki - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Gadaki is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Khajuripada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadaki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadaki is 415643. The village covers a total geographical area of 26 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Gadaki 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 Gadaki
According to the 2011 Census, Gadaki village had a total population of 41 people, including 21 males and 20 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.41%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 61.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 34.
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 | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 5 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Gadaki
Gadaki 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 Gadaki
Public transport in the Gadaki 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 Gadaki is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gadaki is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadaki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadaki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gadaki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadaki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gadaki
Where is Gadaki located?
Gadaki village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadaki?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadaki is Khajuripada.
What is the pincode of Gadaki?
The pincode of Gadaki is 762012.
What is the population of Gadaki?
Gadaki had a total population of 41, including 21 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Gadaki?
Gadaki had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadaki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadaki was 79.41%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 61.11%.