Ganganapur - Purushottampur, Ganjam
Ganganapur is a village situated in the Purushottampur tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Kabisuryanagar and around 43 km from Chatrapur. Jhadabai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganganapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganganapur is 411471. The village covers a total geographical area of 511 hectares and falls under the 761104 pincode. Kavisurjyanagar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Ganganapur 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 Ganganapur
According to the 2011 Census, Ganganapur village had a total population of 1,661 people, including 787 males and 874 females, living in 416 households. The sex ratio was 1,111 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.68%, with male literacy at 74.59% and female literacy at 48.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 764, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 1,661 | 787 | 874 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 122 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 764 | 356 | 408 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 869 | 496 | 373 |
| Illiterate Population | 792 | 291 | 501 |
Nearby Villages of Ganganapur
Ganganapur 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 Ganganapur
Public transport in the Ganganapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kavisurjyanagar to Ganganapur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Ganganapur is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganganapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganganapur 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 Ganganapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganganapur 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 Ganganapur
Where is Ganganapur located?
Ganganapur village is located in Purushottampur Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ganganapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganganapur is Jhadabai.
What is the pincode of Ganganapur?
The pincode of Ganganapur is 761104.
What is the population of Ganganapur?
Ganganapur had a total population of 1,661, including 787 males and 874 females.
How many households are there in Ganganapur?
Ganganapur had 416 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganganapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganganapur was 60.68%. Male literacy was 74.59% and female literacy was 48.63%.