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
According to the 2011 Census, Gamandi village had a total population of 569 people, including 262 males and 307 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 1,172 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.98%, with male literacy at 80.09% and female literacy at 59.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 315.
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 | 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 had a total population of 569, including 262 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Gamandi?
Gamandi had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gamandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gamandi was 68.98%. Male literacy was 80.09% and female literacy was 59.47%.