Galigapadar(Galigabadar) - Pottangi, Koraput
Galigapadar(Galigabadar) is a village situated in the Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Kotiya and around 57 km from Koraput. Nuagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Galigapadar(Galigabadar) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galigapadar(Galigabadar) is 430134. The village covers a total geographical area of 1287 hectares and falls under the 764039 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Galigapadar(Galigabadar) 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 Galigapadar(Galigabadar)
As per Census 2011, Galigapadar(Galigabadar) village has a total population of 568 people, consisting of 273 males and 295 females. The village has 144 households and a sex ratio of 1,080 females per 1,000 males. There are 128 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 101 literate and 467 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 545 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Galigapadar(Galigabadar) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 568 | 273 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 72 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 545 | 261 | 284 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 77 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 467 | 196 | 271 |
Nearby Villages of Galigapadar(Galigabadar)
Galigapadar(Galigabadar) 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 Galigapadar(Galigabadar)
Galigapadar(Galigabadar) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Galigapadar(Galigabadar) is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Galigapadar(Galigabadar) is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galigapadar(Galigabadar)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galigapadar(Galigabadar) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Galigapadar(Galigabadar)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galigapadar(Galigabadar) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Galigapadar(Galigabadar)
Where is Galigapadar(Galigabadar) located?
Galigapadar(Galigabadar) village is located in Pottangi Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galigapadar(Galigabadar)?
The Gram Panchayat of Galigapadar(Galigabadar) is Nuagaon.
What is the pincode of Galigapadar(Galigabadar)?
The pincode of Galigapadar(Galigabadar) is 764039.
What is the population of Galigapadar(Galigabadar)?
Galigapadar(Galigabadar) has a total population of 568, including 273 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Galigapadar(Galigabadar)?
There are 144 households in Galigapadar(Galigabadar).
What is the literacy rate in Galigapadar(Galigabadar)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galigapadar(Galigabadar) is 17.78%. Male literacy is 28.21% and female literacy is 8.14%.