Gadamatiapada - Kanas, Puri
Gadamatiapada is a village situated in the Kanas tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from Satyabadi and around 60 km from Puri. Pandiakera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadamatiapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadamatiapada is 409553. The village covers a total geographical area of 124 hectares and falls under the 752017 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Gadamatiapada 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 Gadamatiapada
According to the 2011 Census, Gadamatiapada village had a total population of 1,305 people, including 659 males and 646 females, living in 287 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.22%, with male literacy at 93.55% and female literacy at 80.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 102.
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 | 1,305 | 659 | 646 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 70 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 51 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,017 | 551 | 466 |
| Illiterate Population | 288 | 108 | 180 |
Nearby Villages of Gadamatiapada
Gadamatiapada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Junupada | North-West | 0.75 km |
| Bagipada | South | 1.00 km |
| Ranipada | South-East | 1.20 km |
| Barimandal | North-East | 1.46 km |
| Katapada | East | 1.60 km |
| Bhatapada | South | 1.71 km |
| Gadabadput | North | 1.98 km |
| Pandiakera | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Chancheipada | South-East | 2.09 km |
| Trilochanpur | East | 2.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gadamatiapada
Gadamatiapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dhaulimuhan, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gadamatiapada is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Gadamatiapada is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadamatiapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadamatiapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gadamatiapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadamatiapada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gadamatiapada
Where is Gadamatiapada located?
Gadamatiapada village is located in Kanas Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadamatiapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadamatiapada is Pandiakera.
What is the pincode of Gadamatiapada?
The pincode of Gadamatiapada is 752017.
What is the population of Gadamatiapada?
Gadamatiapada had a total population of 1,305, including 659 males and 646 females.
How many households are there in Gadamatiapada?
Gadamatiapada had 287 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadamatiapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadamatiapada was 87.22%. Male literacy was 93.55% and female literacy was 80.76%.