Ganjulpadi - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Ganjulpadi is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sindirigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganjulpadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganjulpadi is 416633. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Ganjulpadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganjulpadi
According to the 2011 Census, Ganjulpadi village had a total population of 71 people, including 35 males and 36 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.02%, with male literacy at 70.97% and female literacy at 46.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 67.
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 | 71 | 35 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 32 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 22 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 13 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Ganjulpadi
Ganjulpadi 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 Ganjulpadi
Public transport in the Ganjulpadi 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Ganjulpadi is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Ganjulpadi is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganjulpadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganjulpadi 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 Ganjulpadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganjulpadi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ganjulpadi
Where is Ganjulpadi located?
Ganjulpadi village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ganjulpadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganjulpadi is Sindirigaon.
What is the pincode of Ganjulpadi?
The pincode of Ganjulpadi is 762103.
What is the population of Ganjulpadi?
Ganjulpadi had a total population of 71, including 35 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Ganjulpadi?
Ganjulpadi had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganjulpadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganjulpadi was 59.02%. Male literacy was 70.97% and female literacy was 46.67%.