Gandakul

Gandakul is a village located in Pattamundai tehsil of Kendrapara district in Odisha, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Pattamundai (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Kendrapara . As per 2009 stats, Dihapada is the gram panchayat of Gandakul village.

Here you can discover what makes Gandakul unique in its vibrant Pattamundai-Kendrapara region. You’ll see Gandakul’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Gandakul

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gandakul is 396256. The village spans a total geographical area of 273 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754215. Pattamundai is nearest town to Gandakul village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

As per 2019 stats, Gandakul village comes under Kendrapara assembly & parliamentary constituency.

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Population of Gandakul

According to the 2011 Census, Gandakul has a total population of about 1,236, with approximately 625 males and 611 females. The sex ratio is around 977 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 134 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 301 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.77%, with male literacy at about 74.08% and female literacy near 63.34%. There are around 255 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gandakul's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,236 625 611
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 134 65 69
Scheduled Castes (SC) 301 154 147
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 850 463 387
Illiterate Population 386 162 224

Connectivity of Gandakul

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gandakul. As per the 2011 stats, Gandakul had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gandakul

Knowing the nearby villages of Gandakul helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gandakul.

Frequently Asked Questions about Gandakul

Where is Gandakul located?
Gandakul village is situated in Pattamundai Tehsil, within the Kendrapara district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandakul?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandakul is Dihapada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gandakul?
The pincode of Gandakul is 754215, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gandakul as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandakul is 1,236, with 625 males and 611 females.
How many households are there in Gandakul as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gandakul village has a total of 255 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gandakul as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandakul is 68.77%. The male literacy rate is 74.08%, while the female literacy rate is 63.34%.