Giridharipur - Champua, Keonjhar
Giridharipur is a village situated in the Champua tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Champua and around 49 km from Kendujhar. Sunaposi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Giridharipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Giridharipur is 385435. The village covers a total geographical area of 199 hectares and falls under the 758047 pincode. Joda is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Giridharipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Champua Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Giridharipur
According to the 2011 Census, Giridharipur village had a total population of 544 people, including 280 males and 264 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.34%, with male literacy at 65.44% and female literacy at 38.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 507.
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 | 544 | 280 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 63 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 507 | 264 | 243 |
| Literate Population | 224 | 142 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 320 | 138 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Giridharipur
Giridharipur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jodapokhari | North-West | 1.24 km |
| Kasira | East | 1.40 km |
| Basudevpur | South-West | 1.67 km |
| Sunaposi | North | 1.89 km |
| Hunjaposi | South-East | 1.90 km |
| Taduabahal | South | 2.36 km |
| Basira | East | 2.51 km |
| Naradapur | West | 3.04 km |
| Angulia | South-West | 3.46 km |
| Banko | North | 3.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Giridharipur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Giridharipur. The nearest railway station is Murga Mahadev Road, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Joda to Giridharipur is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Giridharipur is about 49 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 Giridharipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Giridharipur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Giridharipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Giridharipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Giridharipur
Where is Giridharipur located?
Giridharipur village is located in Champua Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Giridharipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Giridharipur is Sunaposi.
What is the pincode of Giridharipur?
The pincode of Giridharipur is 758047.
What is the population of Giridharipur?
Giridharipur had a total population of 544, including 280 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Giridharipur?
Giridharipur had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Giridharipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Giridharipur was 52.34%. Male literacy was 65.44% and female literacy was 38.86%.