Gangapur-Patna - Delanga, Puri
Gangapur-Patna is a village situated in the Delanga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Delanga and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Sauria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gangapur-Patna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangapur-Patna is 408597. The village covers a total geographical area of 11 hectares and falls under the 752015 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Gangapur-Patna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pipili Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gangapur-Patna
As per Census 2011, Gangapur-Patna village has a total population of 985 people, consisting of 494 males and 491 females. The village has 212 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 720 literate and 265 illiterate residents. Additionally, 133 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gangapur-Patna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 985 | 494 | 491 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 61 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 70 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 720 | 394 | 326 |
| Illiterate Population | 265 | 100 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Gangapur-Patna
Gangapur-Patna 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-Patna
Gangapur-Patna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Gangapur-Patna.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Gangapur-Patna is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gangapur-Patna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangapur-Patna 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-Patna
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-Patna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gangapur-Patna
Where is Gangapur-Patna located?
Gangapur-Patna village is located in Delanga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangapur-Patna?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangapur-Patna is Sauria.
What is the pincode of Gangapur-Patna?
The pincode of Gangapur-Patna is 752015.
What is the population of Gangapur-Patna?
Gangapur-Patna has a total population of 985, including 494 males and 491 females.
How many households are there in Gangapur-Patna?
There are 212 households in Gangapur-Patna.
What is the literacy rate in Gangapur-Patna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangapur-Patna is 73.10%. Male literacy is 79.76% and female literacy is 66.40%.