Gangadharpur - Rajkanika, Kendrapara
Gangadharpur is a village situated in the Rajkanika tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajkanika and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Kantapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gangadharpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangadharpur is 395666. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 754220 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Gangadharpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aul Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gangadharpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gangadharpur village had a total population of 276 people, including 128 males and 148 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,156 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.38%, with male literacy at 89.29% and female literacy at 87.60%.
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 | 276 | 128 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 213 | 100 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 28 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Gangadharpur
Gangadharpur 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 Gangadharpur
Gangadharpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pattamundai to Gangadharpur is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Gangadharpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gangadharpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangadharpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Gangadharpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangadharpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gangadharpur
Where is Gangadharpur located?
Gangadharpur village is located in Rajkanika Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gangadharpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangadharpur is Kantapada.
What is the pincode of Gangadharpur?
The pincode of Gangadharpur is 754220.
What is the population of Gangadharpur?
Gangadharpur had a total population of 276, including 128 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Gangadharpur?
Gangadharpur had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangadharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangadharpur was 88.38%. Male literacy was 89.29% and female literacy was 87.60%.