Gedabali - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Gedabali is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Buduballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gedabali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gedabali is 425065. The village covers a total geographical area of 113 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Gedabali 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 Gedabali
According to the 2011 Census, Gedabali village had a total population of 79 people, including 36 males and 43 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,194 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 12.33%, with male literacy at 21.21% and female literacy at 5.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 79.
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 | 79 | 36 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 36 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 29 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Gedabali
Gedabali 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 Gedabali
Public transport in the Gedabali is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Gedabali is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Gedabali is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gedabali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gedabali 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gedabali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gedabali 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gedabali
Where is Gedabali located?
Gedabali village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gedabali?
The Gram Panchayat of Gedabali is Buduballi.
What is the pincode of Gedabali?
The pincode of Gedabali is 765020.
What is the population of Gedabali?
Gedabali had a total population of 79, including 36 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Gedabali?
Gedabali had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gedabali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gedabali was 12.33%. Male literacy was 21.21% and female literacy was 5.00%.