Gania - Gania, Nayagarh
Gania is a village situated in the Gania tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 0.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gania and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Gania village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gania is 405380. The village covers a total geographical area of 262 hectares and falls under the 752085 pincode. Khandapada is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Gania village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daspalla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gania
As per Census 2011, Gania village has a total population of 2,213 people, consisting of 1,142 males and 1,071 females. The village has 555 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 216 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,792 literate and 421 illiterate residents. Additionally, 598 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gania are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,213 | 1,142 | 1,071 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 118 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 598 | 305 | 293 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 1,792 | 977 | 815 |
| Illiterate Population | 421 | 165 | 256 |
Nearby Villages of Gania
Gania is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Karadamundia | North-West | 0.77 km |
| Belapada Bechhapari | North-East | 1.27 km |
| Walipur | North | 1.59 km |
| Rautapadapatna | North | 1.73 km |
| Patanda | South | 1.75 km |
| Gokula | North-East | 1.86 km |
| Dasipur | West | 1.96 km |
| Harirajpur Oraf Langal Kanta | East | 2.07 km |
| Rautapada | North | 2.24 km |
| Kaliapada | South-East | 2.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gania
Gania is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kerejanga, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khandapada to Gania is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nayagarh to Gania is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gania village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gania
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gania village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gania
Where is Gania located?
Gania village is located in Gania Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gania?
Gania is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gania?
The pincode of Gania is 752085.
What is the population of Gania?
Gania has a total population of 2,213, including 1,142 males and 1,071 females.
How many households are there in Gania?
There are 555 households in Gania.
What is the literacy rate in Gania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gania is 80.98%. Male literacy is 85.55% and female literacy is 76.10%.