Gadchanda - Lokeswaram, Nirmal
Gadchanda is a village situated in the Lokeswaram mandal of Nirmal district, Telangana. It is located approximately 6 km from Lokeswaram and around 121 km from Adilabad. Gadchanda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadchanda is 570284. The village covers a total geographical area of 1552 hectares and falls under the 504104 pincode. Bhainsa is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Gadchanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gadchanda
As per Census 2011, Gadchanda village has a total population of 2,312 people, consisting of 1,090 males and 1,222 females. The village has 575 households and a sex ratio of 1,121 females per 1,000 males. There are 180 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,123 literate and 1,189 illiterate residents. Additionally, 427 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 69 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadchanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,312 | 1,090 | 1,222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 98 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 427 | 197 | 230 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 32 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 1,123 | 650 | 473 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,189 | 440 | 749 |
Nearby Villages of Gadchanda
Gadchanda 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 Gadchanda
Gadchanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhainsa to Gadchanda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Adilabad to Gadchanda is about 121 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadchanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadchanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gadchanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadchanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gadchanda
Where is Gadchanda located?
Gadchanda village is located in Lokeswaram Mandal, Nirmal district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadchanda?
Gadchanda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gadchanda?
The pincode of Gadchanda is 504104.
What is the population of Gadchanda?
Gadchanda has a total population of 2,312, including 1,090 males and 1,222 females.
How many households are there in Gadchanda?
There are 575 households in Gadchanda.
What is the literacy rate in Gadchanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadchanda is 48.57%. Male literacy is 59.63% and female literacy is 38.71%.