Giridipali - Odagaon, Nayagarh
Giridipali is a village situated in the Odagaon tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Odagaon and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Giridipalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Giridipali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Giridipali is 406512. The village covers a total geographical area of 145 hectares and falls under the 752090 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Giridipali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nayagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Giridipali
As per Census 2011, Giridipali village has a total population of 1,035 people, consisting of 543 males and 492 females. The village has 265 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 676 literate and 359 illiterate residents. Additionally, 85 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Giridipali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,035 | 543 | 492 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 59 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 43 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 10 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 676 | 402 | 274 |
| Illiterate Population | 359 | 141 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Giridipali
Giridipali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pankhajuria | North-East | 0.63 km |
| Dhajhola | West | 1.16 km |
| Totasahi | South-West | 1.57 km |
| Pandiripada | East | 1.62 km |
| Jhadasahi | North-West | 1.78 km |
| Dahangi | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Kural | South-East | 2.21 km |
| Madanpur | East | 2.80 km |
| Sunamuhin | West | 2.96 km |
| Bebartapali | North | 2.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Giridipali
Giridipali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Solari, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Nayagarh to Giridipali is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nayagarh to Giridipali is about 40 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 Giridipali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Giridipali 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Giridipali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Giridipali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Giridipali
Where is Giridipali located?
Giridipali village is located in Odagaon Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Giridipali?
The Gram Panchayat of Giridipali is Giridipalli.
What is the pincode of Giridipali?
The pincode of Giridipali is 752090.
What is the population of Giridipali?
Giridipali has a total population of 1,035, including 543 males and 492 females.
How many households are there in Giridipali?
There are 265 households in Giridipali.
What is the literacy rate in Giridipali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Giridipali is 65.31%. Male literacy is 74.03% and female literacy is 55.69%.