Gangapur - Astaranga, Puri
Gangapur is a village situated in the Astaranga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Astaranga and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Korana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gangapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangapur is 409231. The village covers a total geographical area of 63 hectares and falls under the 752109 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Gangapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gangapur
According to the 2011 Census, Gangapur village had a total population of 398 people, including 206 males and 192 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.81%, with male literacy at 93.12% and female literacy at 75.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 136.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 398 | 206 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 75 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 307 | 176 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 30 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Gangapur
Gangapur 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 Gangapur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Gangapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Gangapur is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Gangapur is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gangapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangapur 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 Gangapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangapur 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 Gangapur
Where is Gangapur located?
Gangapur village is located in Astaranga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangapur is Korana.
What is the pincode of Gangapur?
The pincode of Gangapur is 752109.
What is the population of Gangapur?
Gangapur had a total population of 398, including 206 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Gangapur?
Gangapur had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangapur was 84.81%. Male literacy was 93.12% and female literacy was 75.72%.