Gangatiran - Simulia, Balasore
Gangatiran is a village situated in the Simulia tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Similia and around 62 km from Baleshwar. Kirkona serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gangatiran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangatiran is 394149. The village covers a total geographical area of 30 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Gangatiran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gangatiran
According to the 2011 Census, Gangatiran village had a total population of 33 people, including 20 males and 13 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 650 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.25%, with male literacy at 89.47% and female literacy at 69.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 26 | 17 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 3 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Gangatiran
Gangatiran 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 Gangatiran
Gangatiran is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gangatiran.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Gangatiran is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Gangatiran is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gangatiran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangatiran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gangatiran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangatiran village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Gangatiran
Where is Gangatiran located?
Gangatiran village is located in Simulia Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gangatiran?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangatiran is Kirkona.
What is the pincode of Gangatiran?
The pincode of Gangatiran is 756134.
What is the population of Gangatiran?
Gangatiran had a total population of 33, including 20 males and 13 females.
How many households are there in Gangatiran?
Gangatiran had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangatiran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangatiran was 81.25%. Male literacy was 89.47% and female literacy was 69.23%.