Gadabangiri - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Gadabangiri is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 85 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Dukum serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadabangiri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadabangiri is 425189. The village covers a total geographical area of 221 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Gadabangiri 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 Gadabangiri
As per Census 2011, Gadabangiri village has a total population of 294 people, consisting of 138 males and 156 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 1,130 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 96 literate and 198 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 261 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadabangiri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 294 | 138 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 33 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 261 | 120 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 61 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 77 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Gadabangiri
Gadabangiri 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 Gadabangiri
Gadabangiri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Gadabangiri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Gadabangiri is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Gadabangiri 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 Gadabangiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadabangiri 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 Gadabangiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadabangiri 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 Gadabangiri
Where is Gadabangiri located?
Gadabangiri village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadabangiri?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadabangiri is Dukum.
What is the pincode of Gadabangiri?
The pincode of Gadabangiri is 765019.
What is the population of Gadabangiri?
Gadabangiri has a total population of 294, including 138 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Gadabangiri?
There are 70 households in Gadabangiri.
What is the literacy rate in Gadabangiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadabangiri is 32.65%. Male literacy is 44.20% and female literacy is 22.44%.