Gadaba - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Gadaba is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Jhigidi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadaba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadaba is 425295. The village covers a total geographical area of 91 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Gadaba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadaba
According to the 2011 Census, Gadaba village had a total population of 200 people, including 98 males and 102 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,041 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.12%, with male literacy at 63.41% and female literacy at 17.65%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 200 | 98 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 52 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 46 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Gadaba
Gadaba 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 Gadaba
Public transport in the Gadaba is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gadaba.
| 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 Rayagada to Gadaba is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Gadaba is about 59 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 Gadaba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadaba 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gadaba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadaba 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gadaba
Where is Gadaba located?
Gadaba village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadaba?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadaba is Jhigidi.
What is the pincode of Gadaba?
The pincode of Gadaba is 765019.
What is the population of Gadaba?
Gadaba had a total population of 200, including 98 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Gadaba?
Gadaba had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadaba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadaba was 40.12%. Male literacy was 63.41% and female literacy was 17.65%.