Gapalpur - Karanjia, Mayurbhanj
Gapalpur is a village situated in the Karanjia tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanjia and around 131 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Kuliposi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gapalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gapalpur is 388949. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 757037 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Gapalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karanjia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gapalpur
As per Census 2011, Gapalpur village has a total population of 110 people, consisting of 50 males and 60 females. The village has 23 households and a sex ratio of 1,200 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 42 literate and 68 illiterate residents. Additionally, 106 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gapalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 110 | 50 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 106 | 47 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 26 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 24 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Gapalpur
Gapalpur 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 Gapalpur
Public transport in the Gapalpur 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanjia to Gapalpur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Gapalpur is about 131 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gapalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gapalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gapalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gapalpur 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 Gapalpur
Where is Gapalpur located?
Gapalpur village is located in Karanjia Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gapalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gapalpur is Kuliposi.
What is the pincode of Gapalpur?
The pincode of Gapalpur is 757037.
What is the population of Gapalpur?
Gapalpur has a total population of 110, including 50 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Gapalpur?
There are 23 households in Gapalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gapalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gapalpur is 38.18%. Male literacy is 52.00% and female literacy is 26.67%.