Gelapur - Biridi, Jagatsinghapur
Gelapur is a village situated in the Biridi tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Biridi and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Baredei serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gelapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gelapur is 398100. The village covers a total geographical area of 126 hectares and falls under the 754102 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gelapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tirtol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gelapur
As per Census 2011, Gelapur village has a total population of 979 people, consisting of 490 males and 489 females. The village has 209 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 100 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 776 literate and 203 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gelapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 979 | 490 | 489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 50 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 50 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 776 | 409 | 367 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 81 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Gelapur
Gelapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nachhipur | South-East | 0.84 km |
| Samsidhipur | East | 1.02 km |
| Balapur | South-West | 1.28 km |
| Bagalpur | North-East | 1.52 km |
| Ninigan | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Kamalpur | North | 1.57 km |
| Jahanpur | East | 1.86 km |
| Purana | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Dihasahibiri | South-West | 1.91 km |
| Nilamahal | South | 2.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gelapur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gelapur. The nearest railway station is Badakhandita, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.2 km.
| 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 Jagatsinghapur to Gelapur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gelapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gelapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gelapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gelapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gelapur
Where is Gelapur located?
Gelapur village is located in Biridi Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gelapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gelapur is Baredei.
What is the pincode of Gelapur?
The pincode of Gelapur is 754102.
What is the population of Gelapur?
Gelapur has a total population of 979, including 490 males and 489 females.
How many households are there in Gelapur?
There are 209 households in Gelapur.
What is the literacy rate in Gelapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gelapur is 79.26%. Male literacy is 83.47% and female literacy is 75.05%.