Guapada - Baliapal, Balasore
Guapada is a village situated in the Baliapal tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Baliapal and around 54 km from Baleshwar. Kumbhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guapada is 391948. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 756023 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Guapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Guapada
As per Census 2011, Guapada village has a total population of 355 people, consisting of 175 males and 180 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 260 literate and 95 illiterate residents. Additionally, 65 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guapada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 355 | 175 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 19 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 31 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 260 | 143 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 32 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Guapada
Guapada 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 Guapada
Guapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baleshwar to Guapada is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Guapada 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 Guapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guapada 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Guapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guapada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Guapada
Where is Guapada located?
Guapada village is located in Baliapal Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Guapada is Kumbhari.
What is the pincode of Guapada?
The pincode of Guapada is 756023.
What is the population of Guapada?
Guapada has a total population of 355, including 175 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Guapada?
There are 73 households in Guapada.
What is the literacy rate in Guapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guapada is 73.24%. Male literacy is 81.71% and female literacy is 65.00%.