Gandhiguda - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Gandhiguda is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 89 km from Paparmetla and around 87 km from Malkangiri . Papermetla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gandhiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandhiguda is 430678. The village covers a total geographical area of 113 hectares and falls under the 764051 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Gandhiguda 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 Gandhiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Gandhiguda village had a total population of 152 people, including 66 males and 86 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,303 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.88%, with male literacy at 51.85% and female literacy at 43.24%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 152.
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 | 152 | 66 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 152 | 66 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 60 | 28 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 38 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Gandhiguda
Gandhiguda 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 Gandhiguda
Gandhiguda 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 Balimela to Gandhiguda is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Gandhiguda is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gandhiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandhiguda 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 Gandhiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandhiguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gandhiguda
Where is Gandhiguda located?
Gandhiguda village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandhiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandhiguda is Papermetla.
What is the pincode of Gandhiguda?
The pincode of Gandhiguda is 764051.
What is the population of Gandhiguda?
Gandhiguda had a total population of 152, including 66 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Gandhiguda?
Gandhiguda had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gandhiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandhiguda was 46.88%. Male literacy was 51.85% and female literacy was 43.24%.