Gadaramal - Sinapali, Nuapada
Gadaramal is a village situated in the Sinapali tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sinapali and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Niljee serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadaramal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadaramal is 422187. The village covers a total geographical area of 211 hectares and falls under the 766108 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Gadaramal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khariar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadaramal
As per Census 2011, Gadaramal village has a total population of 1,311 people, consisting of 649 males and 662 females. The village has 343 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 158 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 740 literate and 571 illiterate residents. Additionally, 136 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadaramal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,311 | 649 | 662 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 79 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 74 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 740 | 454 | 286 |
| Illiterate Population | 571 | 195 | 376 |
Nearby Villages of Gadaramal
Gadaramal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khalna | South | 1.41 km |
| Nilji | North-West | 1.88 km |
| Ghuchaguda | South-West | 2.11 km |
| Palsapara | South-East | 2.13 km |
| Chatiaguda | North-East | 2.21 km |
| Jugenpadar | East | 2.57 km |
| Kuliadungri | South | 3.00 km |
| Baigapada | North-West | 3.12 km |
| Sagunbhadi | North-East | 3.30 km |
| Kodobeda | South | 3.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gadaramal
Gadaramal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khariar Road to Gadaramal is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Gadaramal is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadaramal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadaramal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gadaramal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadaramal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gadaramal
Where is Gadaramal located?
Gadaramal village is located in Sinapali Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadaramal?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadaramal is Niljee.
What is the pincode of Gadaramal?
The pincode of Gadaramal is 766108.
What is the population of Gadaramal?
Gadaramal has a total population of 1,311, including 649 males and 662 females.
How many households are there in Gadaramal?
There are 343 households in Gadaramal.
What is the literacy rate in Gadaramal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadaramal is 56.45%. Male literacy is 69.95% and female literacy is 43.20%.