Gandamer - Komna, Nuapada
Gandamer is a village situated in the Komna tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Komna and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Gandamer village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandamer is 421826. The village covers a total geographical area of 516 hectares and falls under the 766106 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Gandamer village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nuapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gandamer
As per Census 2011, Gandamer village has a total population of 1,102 people, consisting of 519 males and 583 females. The village has 277 households and a sex ratio of 1,123 females per 1,000 males. There are 175 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 456 literate and 646 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 924 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gandamer are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,102 | 519 | 583 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 77 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 42 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 924 | 430 | 494 |
| Literate Population | 456 | 283 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 646 | 236 | 410 |
Nearby Villages of Gandamer
Gandamer 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 Gandamer
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Gandamer. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gandamer.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khariar Road to Gandamer is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Gandamer is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gandamer
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandamer 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gandamer
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandamer village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gandamer
Where is Gandamer located?
Gandamer village is located in Komna Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandamer?
Gandamer is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gandamer?
The pincode of Gandamer is 766106.
What is the population of Gandamer?
Gandamer has a total population of 1,102, including 519 males and 583 females.
How many households are there in Gandamer?
There are 277 households in Gandamer.
What is the literacy rate in Gandamer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandamer is 41.38%. Male literacy is 54.53% and female literacy is 29.67%.