Gandakathi - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Gandakathi is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 6 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Titrapanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gandakathi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandakathi is 415678. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 762029 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gandakathi 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 Gandakathi
According to the 2011 Census, Gandakathi village had a total population of 123 people, including 60 males and 63 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,050 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.09%, with male literacy at 84.00% and female literacy at 48.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 54, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 69.
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 | 123 | 60 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 34 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 42 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 18 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Gandakathi
Gandakathi 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 Gandakathi
Gandakathi 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 5-10 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 Gandakathi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gandakathi is about 6 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 Gandakathi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandakathi 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Gandakathi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandakathi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gandakathi
Where is Gandakathi located?
Gandakathi village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandakathi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandakathi is Titrapanga.
What is the pincode of Gandakathi?
The pincode of Gandakathi is 762029.
What is the population of Gandakathi?
Gandakathi had a total population of 123, including 60 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Gandakathi?
Gandakathi had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gandakathi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandakathi was 65.09%. Male literacy was 84.00% and female literacy was 48.21%.