Gardingia - Tikabali, Kandhamal
Gardingia is a village situated in the Tikabali tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikabali and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Gardingia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gardingia is 415981. The village covers a total geographical area of 168 hectares and falls under the 762112 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Gardingia 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 Gardingia
According to the 2011 Census, Gardingia village had a total population of 480 people, including 242 males and 238 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.21%, with male literacy at 77.34% and female literacy at 44.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 71, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 306.
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 | 480 | 242 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 39 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 39 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 306 | 149 | 157 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 157 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 85 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Gardingia
Gardingia 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 Gardingia
Gardingia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. Gardingia has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Gardingia is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gardingia is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gardingia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gardingia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gardingia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gardingia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gardingia
Where is Gardingia located?
Gardingia village is located in Tikabali Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gardingia?
Gardingia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gardingia?
The pincode of Gardingia is 762112.
What is the population of Gardingia?
Gardingia had a total population of 480, including 242 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Gardingia?
Gardingia had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gardingia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gardingia was 61.21%. Male literacy was 77.34% and female literacy was 44.33%.