Gandagudi - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Gandagudi is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Bijapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gandagudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandagudi is 425135. The village covers a total geographical area of 173 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Gandagudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gandagudi
According to the 2011 Census, Gandagudi village had a total population of 216 people, including 112 males and 104 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.80%, with male literacy at 65.59% and female literacy at 29.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 211.
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 | 216 | 112 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 211 | 109 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 87 | 61 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 51 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Gandagudi
Gandagudi 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 Gandagudi
Gandagudi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gudari to Gandagudi is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Gandagudi is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gandagudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandagudi 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 Gandagudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandagudi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gandagudi
Where is Gandagudi located?
Gandagudi village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gandagudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandagudi is Bijapur.
What is the pincode of Gandagudi?
The pincode of Gandagudi is 765020.
What is the population of Gandagudi?
Gandagudi had a total population of 216, including 112 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Gandagudi?
Gandagudi had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gandagudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandagudi was 47.80%. Male literacy was 65.59% and female literacy was 29.21%.