Ganeswarpur - Gop, Puri
Ganeswarpur is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gop and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Ganeswarpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganeswarpur is 409428. The village covers a total geographical area of 520 hectares and falls under the 752110 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Ganeswarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganeswarpur
As per Census 2011, Ganeswarpur village has a total population of 3,336 people, consisting of 1,693 males and 1,643 females. The village has 781 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 294 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,599 literate and 737 illiterate residents. Additionally, 773 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganeswarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,336 | 1,693 | 1,643 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 158 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 773 | 386 | 387 |
| Literate Population | 2,599 | 1,402 | 1,197 |
| Illiterate Population | 737 | 291 | 446 |
Nearby Villages of Ganeswarpur
Ganeswarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kusupur | North | 1.61 km |
| Sobhanpur | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Srikerenda | West | 1.74 km |
| Bayakuda Alias Purusottampur | East | 1.77 km |
| Siso | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Andhraichhapur | North-West | 1.94 km |
| Kushinga | South | 1.97 km |
| Tilipadagarh | South | 2.18 km |
| Kosalada | South | 2.35 km |
| Gop | North-East | 2.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ganeswarpur
Ganeswarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sakhi Gopal, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Ganeswarpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Ganeswarpur is about 32 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 Ganeswarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganeswarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ganeswarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganeswarpur 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 Ganeswarpur
Where is Ganeswarpur located?
Ganeswarpur village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganeswarpur?
Ganeswarpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ganeswarpur?
The pincode of Ganeswarpur is 752110.
What is the population of Ganeswarpur?
Ganeswarpur has a total population of 3,336, including 1,693 males and 1,643 females.
How many households are there in Ganeswarpur?
There are 781 households in Ganeswarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Ganeswarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganeswarpur is 77.91%. Male literacy is 82.81% and female literacy is 72.85%.