Golapur - Gop, Puri
Golapur is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gop and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Nagapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Golapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golapur is 409466. The village covers a total geographical area of 159 hectares and falls under the 752110 pincode. Konark is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Golapur 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 Golapur
According to the 2011 Census, Golapur village had a total population of 758 people, including 390 males and 368 females, living in 172 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.17%, with male literacy at 94.78% and female literacy at 75.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 260.
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 | 758 | 390 | 368 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 45 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 260 | 127 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 580 | 327 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 63 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Golapur
Golapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bedapur | North-East | 0.90 km |
| Solapur | North-West | 0.93 km |
| Mallagan | South | 1.02 km |
| Ogalpur | South-East | 1.31 km |
| Bankipur | North-West | 1.47 km |
| Hantasura | East | 1.74 km |
| Nagapur | South-West | 1.89 km |
| Kushinga | North-West | 1.97 km |
| Kosalada | North-West | 2.02 km |
| Sobhanpur | North | 2.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Golapur
Golapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sakhi Gopal, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Konark to Golapur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Golapur is about 30 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 Golapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Golapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golapur 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 Golapur
Where is Golapur located?
Golapur village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Golapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Golapur is Nagapur.
What is the pincode of Golapur?
The pincode of Golapur is 752110.
What is the population of Golapur?
Golapur had a total population of 758, including 390 males and 368 females.
How many households are there in Golapur?
Golapur had 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Golapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golapur was 85.17%. Male literacy was 94.78% and female literacy was 75.30%.