Gelapur - Bhubaneswar, Khordha
Gelapur is a village situated in the Bhubaneswar tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Uttara P.s and around 35 km from Khordha . Dhauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gelapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gelapur is 407742. The village covers a total geographical area of 26 hectares and falls under the 751002 pincode. Bhubaneswar is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Gelapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ekamra-bhubaneswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gelapur
According to the 2011 Census, Gelapur village had a total population of 149 people, including 83 males and 66 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 795 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.92%, with male literacy at 97.22% and female literacy at 61.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 131, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 149 | 83 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 71 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 70 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 13 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Gelapur
Gelapur 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 Gelapur
Gelapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gelapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhubaneswar to Gelapur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Gelapur is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gelapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gelapur 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Gelapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gelapur 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 Gelapur
Where is Gelapur located?
Gelapur village is located in Bhubaneswar Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gelapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gelapur is Dhauli.
What is the pincode of Gelapur?
The pincode of Gelapur is 751002.
What is the population of Gelapur?
Gelapur had a total population of 149, including 83 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Gelapur?
Gelapur had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gelapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gelapur was 80.92%. Male literacy was 97.22% and female literacy was 61.02%.