Gandipadu - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Gandipadu is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 105 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kanagam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gandipadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandipadu is 428745. The village covers a total geographical area of 85 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Gandipadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gandipadu
According to the 2011 Census, Gandipadu village had a total population of 336 people, including 163 males and 173 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 1,061 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.75%, with male literacy at 44.85% and female literacy at 25.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 336.
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 | 336 | 163 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 336 | 163 | 173 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 61 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 102 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Gandipadu
Gandipadu 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 Gandipadu
Gandipadu 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 5-10 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 Koraput to Gandipadu is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Gandipadu is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gandipadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandipadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gandipadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandipadu 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Gandipadu
Where is Gandipadu located?
Gandipadu village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gandipadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandipadu is Kanagam.
What is the pincode of Gandipadu?
The pincode of Gandipadu is 764027.
What is the population of Gandipadu?
Gandipadu had a total population of 336, including 163 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Gandipadu?
Gandipadu had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gandipadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandipadu was 34.75%. Male literacy was 44.85% and female literacy was 25.34%.