Guapur - Balipatna, Khordha
Guapur is a village situated in the Balipatna tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balipatna and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Guapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guapur is 407646. The village covers a total geographical area of 372 hectares and falls under the 752102 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Guapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jayadev Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Guapur
As per Census 2011, Guapur village has a total population of 2,111 people, consisting of 1,099 males and 1,012 females. The village has 456 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 238 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,521 literate and 590 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,181 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,111 | 1,099 | 1,012 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 125 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,181 | 611 | 570 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,521 | 862 | 659 |
| Illiterate Population | 590 | 237 | 353 |
Nearby Villages of Guapur
Guapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sumudi | South-East | 1.62 km |
| Raghuagorada | South | 2.13 km |
| Turintira | West | 2.13 km |
| Dhanahara | North | 2.31 km |
| Aitalanga | North-West | 2.37 km |
| Marthapur | South-East | 2.47 km |
| Pubagarh | South-West | 2.50 km |
| Bhanranijigarh | South-East | 2.70 km |
| Bhakarsahi (ct) | North-East | 2.84 km |
| Bagalpur | West | 3.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Guapur
Guapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhubaneswar, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.1 km.
| 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 Nimapada to Guapur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Guapur 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 Guapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Guapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Guapur
Where is Guapur located?
Guapur village is located in Balipatna Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guapur?
Guapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Guapur?
The pincode of Guapur is 752102.
What is the population of Guapur?
Guapur has a total population of 2,111, including 1,099 males and 1,012 females.
How many households are there in Guapur?
There are 456 households in Guapur.
What is the literacy rate in Guapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guapur is 72.05%. Male literacy is 78.43% and female literacy is 65.12%.