Ganjiapara - Bangomunda, Balangir
Ganjiapara is a village situated in the Bangomunda tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from Sindhekela and around 54 km from Balangir. Bhursaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganjiapara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganjiapara is 421436. The village covers a total geographical area of 264 hectares and falls under the 767035 pincode. Kantabanji is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Ganjiapara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kantabanji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganjiapara
As per Census 2011, Ganjiapara village has a total population of 994 people, consisting of 487 males and 507 females. The village has 244 households and a sex ratio of 1,041 females per 1,000 males. There are 153 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 250 literate and 744 illiterate residents. Additionally, 91 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 287 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganjiapara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 994 | 487 | 507 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 69 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 43 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 287 | 137 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 158 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 744 | 329 | 415 |
Nearby Villages of Ganjiapara
Ganjiapara 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 Ganjiapara
Public transport in the Ganjiapara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Kantabanji to Ganjiapara is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Ganjiapara is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganjiapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganjiapara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ganjiapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganjiapara 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 Ganjiapara
Where is Ganjiapara located?
Ganjiapara village is located in Bangomunda Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganjiapara?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganjiapara is Bhursaguda.
What is the pincode of Ganjiapara?
The pincode of Ganjiapara is 767035.
What is the population of Ganjiapara?
Ganjiapara has a total population of 994, including 487 males and 507 females.
How many households are there in Ganjiapara?
There are 244 households in Ganjiapara.
What is the literacy rate in Ganjiapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganjiapara is 25.15%. Male literacy is 32.44% and female literacy is 18.15%.