Gaganapur - Jeypore, Koraput
Gaganapur is a village situated in the Jeypore tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jeypore and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Ekamba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaganapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaganapur is 429061. The village covers a total geographical area of 433 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Gaganapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jeypore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gaganapur
According to the 2011 Census, Gaganapur village had a total population of 2,230 people, including 1,073 males and 1,157 females, living in 566 households. The sex ratio was 1,078 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.21%, with male literacy at 53.22% and female literacy at 31.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 422, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,303.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Gaganapur
Gaganapur 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 Gaganapur
Gaganapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Gaganapur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Gaganapur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Gaganapur is about 27 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 Gaganapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaganapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gaganapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaganapur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gaganapur
Where is Gaganapur located?
Gaganapur village is located in Jeypore Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaganapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaganapur is Ekamba.
What is the pincode of Gaganapur?
The pincode of Gaganapur is 764002.
What is the population of Gaganapur?
Gaganapur had a total population of 2,230, including 1,073 males and 1,157 females.
How many households are there in Gaganapur?
Gaganapur had 566 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaganapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaganapur was 42.21%. Male literacy was 53.22% and female literacy was 31.80%.