Gankalu Para - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Gankalu Para is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Kolipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gankalu Para village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gankalu Para is 396030. The village covers a total geographical area of 92 hectares and falls under the 754220 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Gankalu Para village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gankalu Para
As per Census 2011, Gankalu Para village has a total population of 187 people, consisting of 90 males and 97 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 1,077 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 162 literate and 25 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gankalu Para are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 187 | 90 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 79 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 11 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Gankalu Para
Gankalu Para 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 Gankalu Para
Gankalu Para is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Pattamundai to Gankalu Para is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Gankalu Para is about 48 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 Gankalu Para
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gankalu Para village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gankalu Para
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gankalu Para 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gankalu Para
Where is Gankalu Para located?
Gankalu Para village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gankalu Para?
The Gram Panchayat of Gankalu Para is Kolipur.
What is the pincode of Gankalu Para?
The pincode of Gankalu Para is 754220.
What is the population of Gankalu Para?
Gankalu Para has a total population of 187, including 90 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Gankalu Para?
There are 29 households in Gankalu Para.
What is the literacy rate in Gankalu Para?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gankalu Para is 86.63%. Male literacy is 87.78% and female literacy is 85.57%.