Gholapur - Buguda, Ganjam
Gholapur 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. Sankuru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gholapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gholapur is 410377. The village covers a total geographical area of 343 hectares and falls under the 761118 pincode. Buguda is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Gholapur 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 Gholapur
According to the 2011 Census, Gholapur village had a total population of 1,206 people, including 641 males and 565 females, living in 245 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.82%, with male literacy at 93.00% and female literacy at 71.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 309, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 1,206 | 641 | 565 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 84 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 309 | 165 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 887 | 518 | 369 |
| Illiterate Population | 319 | 123 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Gholapur
Gholapur 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 Gholapur
Gholapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Buguda to Gholapur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Gholapur 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 Gholapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gholapur 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 Gholapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gholapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gholapur
Where is Gholapur located?
Gholapur village is located in Buguda Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gholapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gholapur is Sankuru.
What is the pincode of Gholapur?
The pincode of Gholapur is 761118.
What is the population of Gholapur?
Gholapur had a total population of 1,206, including 641 males and 565 females.
How many households are there in Gholapur?
Gholapur had 245 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gholapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gholapur was 82.82%. Male literacy was 93.00% and female literacy was 71.79%.