Golapada - Delanga, Puri
Golapada is a village situated in the Delanga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Delanga and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Harirajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Golapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golapada is 408553. The village covers a total geographical area of 43 hectares and falls under the 752060 pincode. Jatani is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Golapada 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 Golapada
According to the 2011 Census, Golapada village had a total population of 565 people, including 284 males and 281 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.99%, with male literacy at 85.60% and female literacy at 76.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 185.
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 | 565 | 284 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 34 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 185 | 91 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 409 | 214 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 70 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Golapada
Golapada 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 Golapada
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Golapada. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Golapada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Jatani to Golapada is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Golapada is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Golapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golapada 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Golapada
Where is Golapada located?
Golapada village is located in Delanga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Golapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Golapada is Harirajpur.
What is the pincode of Golapada?
The pincode of Golapada is 752060.
What is the population of Golapada?
Golapada had a total population of 565, including 284 males and 281 females.
How many households are there in Golapada?
Golapada had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Golapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golapada was 80.99%. Male literacy was 85.60% and female literacy was 76.47%.