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
According to the 2011 Census, Gangapur-Patna village had a total population of 985 people, including 494 males and 491 females, living in 212 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.72%, with male literacy at 90.99% and female literacy at 76.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 133.
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 | 985 | 494 | 491 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 61 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 70 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 985, including 494 males and 491 females.
How many households are there in Gangapur-Patna?
Gangapur-Patna had 212 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangapur-Patna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangapur-Patna was 83.72%. Male literacy was 90.99% and female literacy was 76.35%.