Gagadapader - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Gagadapader is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Samarbandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gagadapader village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gagadapader is 416263. The village covers a total geographical area of 146 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Gagadapader 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 Gagadapader
According to the 2011 Census, Gagadapader village had a total population of 133 people, including 61 males and 72 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,180 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.52%, with male literacy at 63.83% and female literacy at 27.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 48.
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 | 133 | 61 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 30 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 31 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Gagadapader
Gagadapader 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 Gagadapader
Public transport in the Gagadapader 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Gagadapader is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gagadapader is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gagadapader
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gagadapader 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 Gagadapader
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gagadapader 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 Gagadapader
Where is Gagadapader located?
Gagadapader village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gagadapader?
The Gram Panchayat of Gagadapader is Samarbandha.
What is the pincode of Gagadapader?
The pincode of Gagadapader is 762011.
What is the population of Gagadapader?
Gagadapader had a total population of 133, including 61 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Gagadapader?
Gagadapader had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gagadapader?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gagadapader was 43.52%. Male literacy was 63.83% and female literacy was 27.87%.