Ganiapalli - Jagannath Prasad, Ganjam
Ganiapalli is a village situated in the Jagannath Prasad tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jagannath Prasad and around 127 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Alasuguma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganiapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganiapalli is 410462. The village covers a total geographical area of 188 hectares and falls under the 761121 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Ganiapalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanjanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganiapalli
According to the 2011 Census, Ganiapalli village had a total population of 194 people, including 96 males and 98 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,021 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.01%, with male literacy at 67.44% and female literacy at 58.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 194.
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 | 194 | 96 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 194 | 96 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 58 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 38 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Ganiapalli
Ganiapalli 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 Ganiapalli
Public transport in the Ganiapalli is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanjanagar to Ganiapalli is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Ganiapalli is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganiapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganiapalli 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 Ganiapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganiapalli 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ganiapalli
Where is Ganiapalli located?
Ganiapalli village is located in Jagannath Prasad Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ganiapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganiapalli is Alasuguma.
What is the pincode of Ganiapalli?
The pincode of Ganiapalli is 761121.
What is the population of Ganiapalli?
Ganiapalli had a total population of 194, including 96 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Ganiapalli?
Ganiapalli had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganiapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganiapalli was 63.01%. Male literacy was 67.44% and female literacy was 58.62%.