Gandaguda - Muniguda, Rayagada
Gandaguda is a village situated in the Muniguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Muniguda and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Patraguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gandaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandaguda is 424866. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Gandaguda 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 Gandaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Gandaguda village had a total population of 25 people, including 11 males and 14 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,273 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.89%, with male literacy at 62.50% and female literacy at 54.55%.
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 | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 6 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Gandaguda
Gandaguda 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 Gandaguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gandaguda.
| 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 Rayagada to Gandaguda is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gandaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandaguda 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 Gandaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandaguda 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 Gandaguda
Where is Gandaguda located?
Gandaguda village is located in Muniguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gandaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandaguda is Patraguda.
What is the pincode of Gandaguda?
The pincode of Gandaguda is 765020.
What is the population of Gandaguda?
Gandaguda had a total population of 25, including 11 males and 14 females.
How many households are there in Gandaguda?
Gandaguda had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gandaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandaguda was 57.89%. Male literacy was 62.50% and female literacy was 54.55%.