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
According to the 2011 Census, Guapada village had a total population of 355 people, including 175 males and 180 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.87%, with male literacy at 91.67% and female literacy at 75.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 65.
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 | 355 | 175 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 19 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 31 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 355, including 175 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Guapada?
Guapada had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Guapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guapada was 83.87%. Male literacy was 91.67% and female literacy was 75.97%.