Gadabadput - Kanas, Puri
Gadabadput is a village situated in the Kanas tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Satyabadi and around 65 km from Puri. Gadabadaput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadabadput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadabadput is 409544. The village covers a total geographical area of 356 hectares and falls under the 752017 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Gadabadput village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Satyabadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadabadput
According to the 2011 Census, Gadabadput village had a total population of 2,324 people, including 1,144 males and 1,180 females, living in 396 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.88%, with male literacy at 94.76% and female literacy at 85.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43.
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 | 2,324 | 1,144 | 1,180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 114 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,909 | 976 | 933 |
| Illiterate Population | 415 | 168 | 247 |
Nearby Villages of Gadabadput
Gadabadput 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barimandal | South-East | 1.58 km |
| Delangacharipada | North-East | 1.59 km |
| Junupada | South | 1.66 km |
| Gadasanput | West | 1.96 km |
| Gadamatiapada | South | 1.98 km |
| Purusottampur | North | 2.13 km |
| Barada | East | 2.26 km |
| Gopiballavapur | North | 2.40 km |
| Badalapur | East | 2.85 km |
| Budhanagar | North-East | 2.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gadabadput
Gadabadput is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhaulimuhan, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Puri to Gadabadput is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Gadabadput is about 65 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 Gadabadput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadabadput 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 Gadabadput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadabadput village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gadabadput
Where is Gadabadput located?
Gadabadput village is located in Kanas Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadabadput?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadabadput is Gadabadaput.
What is the pincode of Gadabadput?
The pincode of Gadabadput is 752017.
What is the population of Gadabadput?
Gadabadput had a total population of 2,324, including 1,144 males and 1,180 females.
How many households are there in Gadabadput?
Gadabadput had 396 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadabadput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadabadput was 89.88%. Male literacy was 94.76% and female literacy was 85.28%.