Gondesi - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Gondesi is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Chandrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gondesi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gondesi is 425074. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Gondesi 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 Gondesi
As per Census 2011, Gondesi village has a total population of 103 people, consisting of 50 males and 53 females. The village has 15 households and a sex ratio of 1,060 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 14 literate and 89 illiterate residents. Additionally, 103 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gondesi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 103 | 50 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 103 | 50 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 11 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 39 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Gondesi
Gondesi 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 Gondesi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gondesi.
| 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 Gondesi is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Gondesi is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gondesi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gondesi 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 Gondesi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gondesi 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 Gondesi
Where is Gondesi located?
Gondesi village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gondesi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gondesi is Chandrapur.
What is the pincode of Gondesi?
The pincode of Gondesi is 765020.
What is the population of Gondesi?
Gondesi has a total population of 103, including 50 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Gondesi?
There are 15 households in Gondesi.
What is the literacy rate in Gondesi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gondesi is 13.59%. Male literacy is 22.00% and female literacy is 5.66%.