Ganjaipadar - Pottangi, Koraput
Ganjaipadar is a village situated in the Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from Kotiya and around 61 km from Koraput. Kotiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganjaipadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganjaipadar is 430122. The village falls under the 764039 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Ganjaipadar 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 Ganjaipadar
As per Census 2011, Ganjaipadar village has a total population of 790 people, consisting of 395 males and 395 females. The village has 183 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 169 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 67 literate and 723 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 761 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganjaipadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 790 | 395 | 395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 91 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 761 | 379 | 382 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 49 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 723 | 346 | 377 |
Nearby Villages of Ganjaipadar
Ganjaipadar 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 Ganjaipadar
Ganjaipadar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Ganjaipadar is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Ganjaipadar is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganjaipadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganjaipadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ganjaipadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganjaipadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ganjaipadar
Where is Ganjaipadar located?
Ganjaipadar village is located in Pottangi Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganjaipadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganjaipadar is Kotiya.
What is the pincode of Ganjaipadar?
The pincode of Ganjaipadar is 764039.
What is the population of Ganjaipadar?
Ganjaipadar has a total population of 790, including 395 males and 395 females.
How many households are there in Ganjaipadar?
There are 183 households in Ganjaipadar.
What is the literacy rate in Ganjaipadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganjaipadar is 8.48%. Male literacy is 12.41% and female literacy is 4.56%.