Gadagurai - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Gadagurai is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrakonda and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Doraguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadagurai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadagurai is 430660. The village covers a total geographical area of 197 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Gadagurai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadagurai
According to the 2011 Census, Gadagurai village had a total population of 146 people, including 68 males and 78 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,147 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.04%, with male literacy at 50.88% and female literacy at 14.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 146.
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 | 146 | 68 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 11 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 146 | 68 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 29 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 39 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Gadagurai
Gadagurai 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 Gadagurai
Gadagurai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Balimela to Gadagurai is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Gadagurai is about 68 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 Gadagurai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadagurai 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gadagurai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadagurai 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gadagurai
Where is Gadagurai located?
Gadagurai village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadagurai?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadagurai is Doraguda.
What is the pincode of Gadagurai?
The pincode of Gadagurai is 764052.
What is the population of Gadagurai?
Gadagurai had a total population of 146, including 68 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Gadagurai?
Gadagurai had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadagurai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadagurai was 33.04%. Male literacy was 50.88% and female literacy was 14.55%.