Gadringia - Raikia, Kandhamal
Gadringia is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Mandakia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadringia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadringia is 417530. The village covers a total geographical area of 68 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Gadringia 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 Gadringia
As per Census 2011, Gadringia village has a total population of 454 people, consisting of 148 males and 306 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 2,067 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 253 literate and 201 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 421 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadringia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 454 | 148 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 23 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | - | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 421 | 139 | 282 |
| Literate Population | 253 | 72 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 76 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Gadringia
Gadringia 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 Gadringia
Public transport in the Gadringia 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 Gadringia is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gadringia is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadringia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadringia 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gadringia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadringia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gadringia
Where is Gadringia located?
Gadringia village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadringia?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadringia is Mandakia.
What is the pincode of Gadringia?
The pincode of Gadringia is 762101.
What is the population of Gadringia?
Gadringia has a total population of 454, including 148 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Gadringia?
There are 79 households in Gadringia.
What is the literacy rate in Gadringia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadringia is 55.73%. Male literacy is 48.65% and female literacy is 59.15%.