Gaganapur
Gaganapur is a village located in Jeypore tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Jeypore (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Ekamba is the gram panchayat of Gaganapur village.
Here you can discover what makes Gaganapur unique in its vibrant Jeypore-Koraput region. You’ll see Gaganapur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gaganapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gaganapur is 429061. The village spans a total geographical area of 433 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764002. Jeypur is nearest town to Gaganapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
Google Map of Gaganapur
Population of Gaganapur
According to the 2011 Census, Gaganapur has a total population of about 2,230, with approximately 1,073 males and 1,157 females. The sex ratio is around 1078 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 408 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 422 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,303. The overall literacy rate is approximately 34.48%, with male literacy at about 43.90% and female literacy near 25.76%. There are around 566 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gaganapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,230 | 1,073 | 1,157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 408 | 188 | 220 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 422 | 209 | 213 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,303 | 594 | 709 |
| Literate Population | 769 | 471 | 298 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,461 | 602 | 859 |
Connectivity of Gaganapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gaganapur. As per the 2011 stats, Gaganapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gaganapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Gaganapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gaganapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gaganapur
- Where is Gaganapur located?
- Gaganapur village is situated in Jeypore Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gaganapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gaganapur is Ekamba (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gaganapur?
- The pincode of Gaganapur is 764002, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gaganapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaganapur is 2,230, with 1,073 males and 1,157 females.
- How many households are there in Gaganapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gaganapur village has a total of 566 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gaganapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaganapur is 34.48%. The male literacy rate is 43.90%, while the female literacy rate is 25.76%.