Galaput - Nandapur, Koraput
Galaput is a village situated in the Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandapur and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Khurji serves as the Gram Panchayat for Galaput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galaput is 429830. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Galaput village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Galaput
According to the 2011 Census, Galaput village had a total population of 79 people, including 37 males and 42 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 1,135 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.76%, with male literacy at 60.00% and female literacy at 18.42%.
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 | 79 | 37 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 18 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 19 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Galaput
Galaput 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 Galaput
Galaput is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Galaput.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jeypur to Galaput is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Galaput is about 39 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 Galaput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galaput village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Galaput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galaput 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Galaput
Where is Galaput located?
Galaput village is located in Nandapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Galaput?
The Gram Panchayat of Galaput is Khurji.
What is the pincode of Galaput?
The pincode of Galaput is 764037.
What is the population of Galaput?
Galaput had a total population of 79, including 37 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Galaput?
Galaput had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galaput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galaput was 36.76%. Male literacy was 60.00% and female literacy was 18.42%.