Gahanapalli - Buguda, Ganjam
Gahanapalli is a village situated in the Buguda tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Buguda and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Karachuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gahanapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gahanapalli is 410367. The village covers a total geographical area of 122 hectares and falls under the 761118 pincode. Buguda is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gahanapalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Polasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gahanapalli
As per Census 2011, Gahanapalli village has a total population of 2 people. The village has 2 households. The village has 2 literate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gahanapalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 2 | 2 | - |
Nearby Villages of Gahanapalli
Gahanapalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jeak | West | 1.09 km |
| Udayapur | North | 1.54 km |
| Karachuli | West | 2.37 km |
| Bhabasara | South | 2.41 km |
| Saradhapur | South-West | 3.29 km |
| Jhadapada | South | 3.75 km |
| Narasinghaprasad | North-East | 4.04 km |
| Nimapalli | West | 4.17 km |
| Kanheipur | South | 4.34 km |
| Singipur | South | 4.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gahanapalli
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gahanapalli. The nearest railway station is Balugaon, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buguda to Gahanapalli is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Gahanapalli is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gahanapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gahanapalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gahanapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gahanapalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gahanapalli
Where is Gahanapalli located?
Gahanapalli village is located in Buguda Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gahanapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Gahanapalli is Karachuli.
What is the pincode of Gahanapalli?
The pincode of Gahanapalli is 761118.
How many households are there in Gahanapalli?
There are 2 households in Gahanapalli.