Gaelpita - Patnagarh, Balangir
Gaelpita is a village situated in the Patnagarh tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patnagarh and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Gerda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaelpita village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaelpita is 420555. The village covers a total geographical area of 274 hectares and falls under the 767025 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Gaelpita village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patnagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gaelpita
According to the 2011 Census, Gaelpita village had a total population of 429 people, including 219 males and 210 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.09%, with male literacy at 83.94% and female literacy at 61.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 221.
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 | 429 | 219 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 221 | 113 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 277 | 162 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 57 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Gaelpita
Gaelpita 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 Gaelpita
Public transport in the Gaelpita is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patnagarh to Gaelpita is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Gaelpita is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaelpita
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaelpita 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gaelpita
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaelpita 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 Gaelpita
Where is Gaelpita located?
Gaelpita village is located in Patnagarh Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaelpita?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaelpita is Gerda.
What is the pincode of Gaelpita?
The pincode of Gaelpita is 767025.
What is the population of Gaelpita?
Gaelpita had a total population of 429, including 219 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Gaelpita?
Gaelpita had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaelpita?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaelpita was 73.09%. Male literacy was 83.94% and female literacy was 61.83%.