Gadkhol - Naktideul, Sambalpur
Gadkhol is a village situated in the Naktideul tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Kisinda and around 106 km from Sambalpur. Ballam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadkhol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadkhol is 382053. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Gadkhol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadkhol
According to the 2011 Census, Gadkhol village had a total population of 81 people, including 38 males and 43 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,132 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.43%, with male literacy at 65.63% and female literacy at 57.89%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 43.
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 | 81 | 38 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 20 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 17 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Gadkhol
Gadkhol 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 Gadkhol
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gadkhol.
| 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 Redhakhol to Gadkhol is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Gadkhol is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadkhol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadkhol 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 Gadkhol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadkhol 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 Gadkhol
Where is Gadkhol located?
Gadkhol village is located in Naktideul Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gadkhol?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadkhol is Ballam.
What is the pincode of Gadkhol?
The pincode of Gadkhol is 768106.
What is the population of Gadkhol?
Gadkhol had a total population of 81, including 38 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Gadkhol?
Gadkhol had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadkhol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadkhol was 61.43%. Male literacy was 65.63% and female literacy was 57.89%.