Gunangapadar - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Gunangapadar is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Raskola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gunangapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gunangapadar is 425335. The village covers a total geographical area of 159 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Gunangapadar 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 Gunangapadar
According to the 2011 Census, Gunangapadar village had a total population of 171 people, including 73 males and 98 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,342 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 28.24%, with male literacy at 54.90% and female literacy at 11.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 159.
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 | 171 | 73 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 159 | 67 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 28 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 45 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Gunangapadar
Gunangapadar 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 Gunangapadar
Public transport in the Gunangapadar is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gunangapadar.
| 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 Gunangapadar is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Gunangapadar is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gunangapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gunangapadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gunangapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gunangapadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gunangapadar
Where is Gunangapadar located?
Gunangapadar village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gunangapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gunangapadar is Raskola.
What is the pincode of Gunangapadar?
The pincode of Gunangapadar is 765019.
What is the population of Gunangapadar?
Gunangapadar had a total population of 171, including 73 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Gunangapadar?
Gunangapadar had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gunangapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gunangapadar was 28.24%. Male literacy was 54.90% and female literacy was 11.25%.