Ganjana - Surada, Ganjam
Ganjana is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surada and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Bhagabanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganjana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganjana is 410824. The village covers a total geographical area of 86 hectares and falls under the 761108 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ganjana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganjana
According to the 2011 Census, Ganjana village had a total population of 62 people, including 32 males and 30 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.64%, with male literacy at 55.56% and female literacy at 32.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 17 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Ganjana
Ganjana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kaithapalli | South-East | 0.77 km |
| Murgapalli | South | 1.58 km |
| Rumapalli | South | 1.75 km |
| Peruju | East | 2.45 km |
| Gunduribadi | South-East | 2.81 km |
| Sanakharikotti | South-West | 2.82 km |
| Pipalapanka | West | 3.02 km |
| Dullada | South | 3.09 km |
| Maniakati | South-East | 3.23 km |
| Asurabandha | South | 3.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ganjana
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Ganjana. The nearest railway station is Brahmapur, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surada to Ganjana is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Ganjana is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganjana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganjana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ganjana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganjana 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 Ganjana
Where is Ganjana located?
Ganjana village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ganjana?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganjana is Bhagabanpur.
What is the pincode of Ganjana?
The pincode of Ganjana is 761108.
What is the population of Ganjana?
Ganjana had a total population of 62, including 32 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Ganjana?
Ganjana had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganjana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganjana was 43.64%. Male literacy was 55.56% and female literacy was 32.14%.