Ganjugura - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Ganjugura is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Khajuripada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganjugura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganjugura is 415655. The village covers a total geographical area of 153 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Ganjugura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganjugura
According to the 2011 Census, Ganjugura village had a total population of 46 people, including 19 males and 27 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,421 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.43%, with male literacy at 94.44% and female literacy at 54.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 34.
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 | 46 | 19 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 13 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 2 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Ganjugura
Ganjugura 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 Ganjugura
Public transport in the Ganjugura is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Ganjugura is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Ganjugura is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganjugura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganjugura 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 Ganjugura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganjugura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ganjugura
Where is Ganjugura located?
Ganjugura village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ganjugura?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganjugura is Khajuripada.
What is the pincode of Ganjugura?
The pincode of Ganjugura is 762012.
What is the population of Ganjugura?
Ganjugura had a total population of 46, including 19 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Ganjugura?
Ganjugura had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganjugura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganjugura was 71.43%. Male literacy was 94.44% and female literacy was 54.17%.