Gandakipur
Gandakipur is a village located in Kujang tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Kujang (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Jagatsinghapur . As per 2009 stats, Gandakipuir is the gram panchayat of Gandakipur village.
Here you can discover what makes Gandakipur unique in its vibrant Kujang-Jagatsinghapur region. You’ll see Gandakipur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gandakipur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gandakipur is 397223. The village spans a total geographical area of 277 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754141. Paradip is nearest town to Gandakipur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
Google Map of Gandakipur
Population of Gandakipur
According to the 2011 Census, Gandakipur has a total population of about 5,925, with approximately 3,025 males and 2,900 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 591 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 4,305 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.40%, with male literacy at about 79.67% and female literacy near 66.86%. There are around 1,310 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gandakipur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,925 | 3,025 | 2,900 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 591 | 313 | 278 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,305 | 2,182 | 2,123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,349 | 2,410 | 1,939 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,576 | 615 | 961 |
Connectivity of Gandakipur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gandakipur. As per the 2011 stats, Gandakipur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gandakipur
Knowing the nearby villages of Gandakipur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gandakipur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gandakipur
- Where is Gandakipur located?
- Gandakipur village is situated in Kujang Tehsil, within the Jagatsinghapur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gandakipur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gandakipur is Gandakipuir (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gandakipur?
- The pincode of Gandakipur is 754141, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gandakipur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandakipur is 5,925, with 3,025 males and 2,900 females.
- How many households are there in Gandakipur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gandakipur village has a total of 1,310 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gandakipur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandakipur is 73.40%. The male literacy rate is 79.67%, while the female literacy rate is 66.86%.