Ghanipur - Delanga, Puri
Ghanipur is a village situated in the Delanga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Delanga and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Ghanipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghanipur is 408598. The village covers a total geographical area of 18 hectares and falls under the 752015 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Ghanipur 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 Ghanipur
As per Census 2011, Ghanipur village has a total population of 1,897 people, consisting of 958 males and 939 females. The village has 446 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 206 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,483 literate and 414 illiterate residents. Additionally, 169 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghanipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,897 | 958 | 939 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 122 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 89 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 1,483 | 784 | 699 |
| Illiterate Population | 414 | 174 | 240 |
Nearby Villages of Ghanipur
Ghanipur 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 Ghanipur
Ghanipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ghanipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Ghanipur 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 Ghanipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghanipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghanipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghanipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghanipur
Where is Ghanipur located?
Ghanipur village is located in Delanga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghanipur?
Ghanipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghanipur?
The pincode of Ghanipur is 752015.
What is the population of Ghanipur?
Ghanipur has a total population of 1,897, including 958 males and 939 females.
How many households are there in Ghanipur?
There are 446 households in Ghanipur.
What is the literacy rate in Ghanipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghanipur is 78.18%. Male literacy is 81.84% and female literacy is 74.44%.