Gandakona
Gandakona is a village located in Katarbaga tehsil of Sambalpur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Katarbaga (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Sambalpur. As per 2009 stats, Rengloi is the gram panchayat of Gandakona village.
Here you can discover what makes Gandakona unique in its vibrant Katarbaga-Sambalpur region. You’ll see Gandakona’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gandakona
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gandakona is 381655. The village spans a total geographical area of 239 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768214. Sambalpur is nearest town to Gandakona village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 52km away.
Google Map of Gandakona
Population of Gandakona
According to the 2011 Census, Gandakona has a total population of about 274, with approximately 142 males and 132 females. The sex ratio is around 929 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 38 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 204. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.18%, with male literacy at about 57.04% and female literacy near 38.64%. There are around 70 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gandakona's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 274 | 142 | 132 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 204 | 102 | 102 |
Literate Population | 132 | 81 | 51 |
Illiterate Population | 142 | 61 | 81 |
Connectivity of Gandakona
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gandakona. As per the 2011 stats, Gandakona had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gandakona
Knowing the nearby villages of Gandakona helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gandakona.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gandakona
- Where is Gandakona located?
- Gandakona village is situated in Katarbaga Tehsil, within the Sambalpur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gandakona?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gandakona is Rengloi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gandakona?
- The pincode of Gandakona is 768214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gandakona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandakona is 274, with 142 males and 132 females.
- How many households are there in Gandakona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gandakona village has a total of 70 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gandakona as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandakona is 48.18%. The male literacy rate is 57.04%, while the female literacy rate is 38.64%.