Gadikhal - Dasamantapur, Koraput
Gadikhal is a village situated in the Dasamantapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasamantapur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Murkar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadikhal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadikhal is 428447. The village covers a total geographical area of 172 hectares and falls under the 764028 pincode. Nabarangapur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Gadikhal 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 Gadikhal
As per Census 2011, Gadikhal village has a total population of 438 people, consisting of 219 males and 219 females. The village has 102 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 87 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 199 literate and 239 illiterate residents. Additionally, 181 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 211 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadikhal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 438 | 219 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 47 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 94 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 211 | 99 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 124 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 95 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Gadikhal
Gadikhal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Barikanta | South-West | 2.12 km |
| Tunkhal | North-West | 2.33 km |
| Murkar | East | 3.53 km |
| Banasil | West | 3.62 km |
| Durukaguda | South | 3.73 km |
| Pojhar | South-East | 3.92 km |
| Ladankhadag | South-West | 4.15 km |
| Tamkiaguda | South | 4.17 km |
| Kusumput | South | 4.40 km |
| Goudabarikanta | West | 4.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gadikhal
Public transport in the Gadikhal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Laxmipur Road, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nabarangapur to Gadikhal is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Gadikhal is about 65 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 Gadikhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadikhal 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 Gadikhal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadikhal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gadikhal
Where is Gadikhal located?
Gadikhal village is located in Dasamantapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadikhal?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadikhal is Murkar.
What is the pincode of Gadikhal?
The pincode of Gadikhal is 764028.
What is the population of Gadikhal?
Gadikhal has a total population of 438, including 219 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Gadikhal?
There are 102 households in Gadikhal.
What is the literacy rate in Gadikhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadikhal is 45.43%. Male literacy is 56.62% and female literacy is 34.25%.