Gangapura - Nilagiri, Balasore
Gangapura is a village situated in the Nilagiri tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from Nilagiri and around 20 km from Baleshwar. Dakhin Narasinghpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gangapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangapura is 393169. The village covers a total geographical area of 71 hectares and falls under the 756040 pincode. Nilagiri is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Gangapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gangapura
According to the 2011 Census, Gangapura village had a total population of 341 people, including 174 males and 167 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.79%, with male literacy at 79.33% and female literacy at 61.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 154.
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 | 341 | 174 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 154 | 75 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 119 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 55 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Gangapura
Gangapura 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 Gangapura
Gangapura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Gangapura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nilagiri to Gangapura is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Gangapura is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gangapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Gangapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangapura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Gangapura
Where is Gangapura located?
Gangapura village is located in Nilagiri Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gangapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangapura is Dakhin Narasinghpur.
What is the pincode of Gangapura?
The pincode of Gangapura is 756040.
What is the population of Gangapura?
Gangapura had a total population of 341, including 174 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Gangapura?
Gangapura had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangapura was 70.79%. Male literacy was 79.33% and female literacy was 61.70%.