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
As per Census 2011, Ganjulpadi village has a total population of 71 people, consisting of 35 males and 36 females. The village has 15 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 36 literate and 35 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 67 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganjulpadi are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 71, including 35 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Ganjulpadi?
There are 15 households in Ganjulpadi.
What is the literacy rate in Ganjulpadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganjulpadi is 50.70%. Male literacy is 62.86% and female literacy is 38.89%.