Ganipada - K. Nuagaon, Kandhamal
Ganipada is a village situated in the K. Nuagaon tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Nuagaon and around 90 km from Phulbani. Sainpada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganipada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganipada is 416846. The village covers a total geographical area of 71 hectares and falls under the 762102 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Ganipada 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 Ganipada
As per Census 2011, Ganipada village has a total population of 188 people, consisting of 92 males and 96 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 1,043 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 79 literate and 109 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganipada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 188 | 92 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 48 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 44 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Ganipada
Ganipada 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 Ganipada
Ganipada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 G. Udayagiri to Ganipada is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Ganipada 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 Ganipada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganipada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ganipada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganipada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ganipada
Where is Ganipada located?
Ganipada village is located in K. Nuagaon Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganipada?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganipada is Sainpada.
What is the pincode of Ganipada?
The pincode of Ganipada is 762102.
What is the population of Ganipada?
Ganipada has a total population of 188, including 92 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Ganipada?
There are 46 households in Ganipada.
What is the literacy rate in Ganipada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganipada is 42.02%. Male literacy is 52.17% and female literacy is 32.29%.