Gandagan - Tikabali, Kandhamal
Gandagan is a village situated in the Tikabali tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikabali and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Kainjhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gandagan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandagan is 415884. The village covers a total geographical area of 163 hectares and falls under the 762019 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Gandagan 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 Gandagan
As per Census 2011, Gandagan village has a total population of 372 people, consisting of 188 males and 184 females. The village has 100 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 169 literate and 203 illiterate residents. Additionally, 208 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 156 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gandagan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 372 | 188 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 38 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 208 | 103 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 156 | 80 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 169 | 111 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 77 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Gandagan
Gandagan 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 Gandagan
Public transport in the Gandagan 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 Gandagan is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gandagan is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gandagan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandagan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gandagan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandagan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gandagan
Where is Gandagan located?
Gandagan village is located in Tikabali Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandagan?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandagan is Kainjhar.
What is the pincode of Gandagan?
The pincode of Gandagan is 762019.
What is the population of Gandagan?
Gandagan has a total population of 372, including 188 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Gandagan?
There are 100 households in Gandagan.
What is the literacy rate in Gandagan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandagan is 45.43%. Male literacy is 59.04% and female literacy is 31.52%.