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.

Gandakona has its own place in the vibrant Sambalpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Gandakona

Below is a concise population overview of Gandakona as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gandakona village:

  • The total population of Gandakona village is around 274, including approximately 142 males and 132 females, with a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 38 children aged 0–6 years in Gandakona village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gandakona village has 204 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gandakona village is about 48.18%, with male literacy at 57.04% and female literacy at 38.64%.
  • There are around 70 households in Gandakona village.

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)
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.

Manikamunda Langbahal Ghantamal Khuntalamal Marhapatra Kinaloi Lohakhandi Kirabandha Runimahul Thapapali Laumal

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%.