Gahandi - Gania, Nayagarh
Gahandi is a village situated in the Gania tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gania and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Badasilinga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gahandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gahandi is 405306. The village covers a total geographical area of 39 hectares and falls under the 752085 pincode. Khandapada is the nearest town, located about 71 km away.
Gahandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daspalla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gahandi
According to the 2011 Census, Gahandi village had a total population of 11 people, including 6 males and 5 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 833 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.33%, with male literacy at 40.00% and female literacy at 25.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 4 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Gahandi
Gahandi 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 Gahandi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gahandi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Khandapada to Gahandi is about 71 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nayagarh to Gahandi is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gahandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gahandi 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 Gahandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gahandi 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 Gahandi
Where is Gahandi located?
Gahandi village is located in Gania Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gahandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gahandi is Badasilinga.
What is the pincode of Gahandi?
The pincode of Gahandi is 752085.
What is the population of Gahandi?
Gahandi had a total population of 11, including 6 males and 5 females.
How many households are there in Gahandi?
Gahandi had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gahandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gahandi was 33.33%. Male literacy was 40.00% and female literacy was 25.00%.