Gadiapara - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Gadiapara is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Khajuripada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadiapara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadiapara is 415651. The village covers a total geographical area of 244 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Gadiapara 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 Gadiapara
According to the 2011 Census, Gadiapara village had a total population of 210 people, including 107 males and 103 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.58%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 58.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 170.
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 | 210 | 107 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 170 | 84 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 80 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 27 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Gadiapara
Gadiapara 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 Gadiapara
Public transport in the Gadiapara is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Gadiapara is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gadiapara is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadiapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadiapara 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gadiapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadiapara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gadiapara
Where is Gadiapara located?
Gadiapara village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadiapara?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadiapara is Khajuripada.
What is the pincode of Gadiapara?
The pincode of Gadiapara is 762012.
What is the population of Gadiapara?
Gadiapara had a total population of 210, including 107 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Gadiapara?
Gadiapara had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadiapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadiapara was 74.58%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 58.43%.