Gamandi - Raikia, Kandhamal
Gamandi is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Raikia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gamandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gamandi is 417554. The village covers a total geographical area of 240 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Gamandi 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 Gamandi
As per Census 2011, Gamandi village has a total population of 569 people, consisting of 262 males and 307 females. The village has 118 households and a sex ratio of 1,171 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 338 literate and 231 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 315 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gamandi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 569 | 262 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 36 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 315 | 145 | 170 |
| Literate Population | 338 | 181 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 231 | 81 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Gamandi
Gamandi 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 Gamandi
Gamandi 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 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 Gamandi is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gamandi is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gamandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gamandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gamandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gamandi 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gamandi
Where is Gamandi located?
Gamandi village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gamandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gamandi is Raikia.
What is the pincode of Gamandi?
The pincode of Gamandi is 762101.
What is the population of Gamandi?
Gamandi has a total population of 569, including 262 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Gamandi?
There are 118 households in Gamandi.
What is the literacy rate in Gamandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gamandi is 59.40%. Male literacy is 69.08% and female literacy is 51.14%.