Ganiapali - Gaisilet, Bargarh
Ganiapali is a village situated in the Gaisilet tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaisilet and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Ganiapali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganiapali is 380059. The village covers a total geographical area of 448 hectares and falls under the 768037 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Ganiapali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijepur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganiapali
As per Census 2011, Ganiapali village has a total population of 1,983 people, consisting of 1,006 males and 977 females. The village has 548 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 242 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,292 literate and 691 illiterate residents. Additionally, 363 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 292 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganiapali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,983 | 1,006 | 977 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 118 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 363 | 175 | 188 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 292 | 152 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 1,292 | 735 | 557 |
| Illiterate Population | 691 | 271 | 420 |
Nearby Villages of Ganiapali
Ganiapali is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Halankanasi | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Changaria | South | 2.02 km |
| Jamutpali | East | 3.10 km |
| Chandrapur | South-West | 3.11 km |
| Jankeda | South-West | 3.32 km |
| Samarpali | North-West | 3.36 km |
| Malamunda | North-East | 3.76 km |
| Kendubhata | South-East | 4.02 km |
| Telipukhapani | South | 4.32 km |
| Ghanamal | West | 4.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ganiapali
Ganiapali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khalipali, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Padmapur to Ganiapali is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Ganiapali is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganiapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganiapali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ganiapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganiapali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ganiapali
Where is Ganiapali located?
Ganiapali village is located in Gaisilet Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganiapali?
Ganiapali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ganiapali?
The pincode of Ganiapali is 768037.
What is the population of Ganiapali?
Ganiapali has a total population of 1,983, including 1,006 males and 977 females.
How many households are there in Ganiapali?
There are 548 households in Ganiapali.
What is the literacy rate in Ganiapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganiapali is 65.15%. Male literacy is 73.06% and female literacy is 57.01%.