Ganjupadar - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Ganjupadar is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Dutimendi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganjupadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganjupadar is 415664. The village covers a total geographical area of 169 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Ganjupadar 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 Ganjupadar
According to the 2011 Census, Ganjupadar village had a total population of 128 people, including 66 males and 62 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 96.49% and female literacy at 52.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 127.
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 | 128 | 66 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 127 | 66 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 55 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 11 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Ganjupadar
Ganjupadar 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 Ganjupadar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Ganjupadar.
| 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 Phulabani to Ganjupadar is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Ganjupadar is about 23 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 Ganjupadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganjupadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ganjupadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganjupadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ganjupadar
Where is Ganjupadar located?
Ganjupadar village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ganjupadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganjupadar is Dutimendi.
What is the pincode of Ganjupadar?
The pincode of Ganjupadar is 762012.
What is the population of Ganjupadar?
Ganjupadar had a total population of 128, including 66 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Ganjupadar?
Ganjupadar had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganjupadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganjupadar was 75.00%. Male literacy was 96.49% and female literacy was 52.73%.