Gauradeipur - Delanga, Puri
Gauradeipur is a village situated in the Delanga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Delanga and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Sujanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gauradeipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gauradeipur is 408584. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 752015 pincode. Bhubaneswar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Gauradeipur 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 Gauradeipur
As per Census 2011, Gauradeipur village has a total population of 420 people, consisting of 208 males and 212 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 257 literate and 163 illiterate residents. Additionally, 315 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gauradeipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 420 | 208 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 35 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 315 | 161 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 257 | 144 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 64 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Gauradeipur
Gauradeipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sujanapur | North | 0.63 km |
| Benupara | South-West | 1.24 km |
| Ramachandrapur | South-East | 1.35 km |
| Delangakothabar | South | 1.42 km |
| Jagadalapur | North-West | 1.45 km |
| Ratanapur | North-East | 1.48 km |
| Amrutapur | West | 1.91 km |
| Amalanga | East | 1.93 km |
| Baghilipari | West | 1.96 km |
| Nuagarh | North-East | 1.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gauradeipur
Gauradeipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kanas Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhubaneswar to Gauradeipur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Gauradeipur is about 35 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 Gauradeipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gauradeipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gauradeipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gauradeipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gauradeipur
Where is Gauradeipur located?
Gauradeipur village is located in Delanga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gauradeipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gauradeipur is Sujanpur.
What is the pincode of Gauradeipur?
The pincode of Gauradeipur is 752015.
What is the population of Gauradeipur?
Gauradeipur has a total population of 420, including 208 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Gauradeipur?
There are 105 households in Gauradeipur.
What is the literacy rate in Gauradeipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gauradeipur is 61.19%. Male literacy is 69.23% and female literacy is 53.30%.