Gangapur - Kabisuryanagar, Ganjam
Gangapur is a village situated in the Kabisuryanagar tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kabisuryanagar and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Gangapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangapur is 411424. The village covers a total geographical area of 268 hectares and falls under the 761104 pincode. Kavisurjyanagar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Gangapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kabisuryangar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gangapur
According to the 2011 Census, Gangapur village had a total population of 1,886 people, including 966 males and 920 females, living in 379 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.29%, with male literacy at 76.57% and female literacy at 57.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 763.
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 | 1,886 | 966 | 920 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 121 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 763 | 381 | 382 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,123 | 647 | 476 |
| Illiterate Population | 763 | 319 | 444 |
Nearby Villages of Gangapur
Gangapur 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 Gangapur
Gangapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kavisurjyanagar to Gangapur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Gangapur is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gangapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gangapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangapur 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 Gangapur
Where is Gangapur located?
Gangapur village is located in Kabisuryanagar Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangapur?
Gangapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gangapur?
The pincode of Gangapur is 761104.
What is the population of Gangapur?
Gangapur had a total population of 1,886, including 966 males and 920 females.
How many households are there in Gangapur?
Gangapur had 379 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangapur was 67.29%. Male literacy was 76.57% and female literacy was 57.77%.