Ogalpur - Gop, Puri
Ogalpur is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gop and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Badatara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ogalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ogalpur is 409468. The village covers a total geographical area of 82 hectares and falls under the 752110 pincode. Konark is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Ogalpur 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 Ogalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Ogalpur village had a total population of 684 people, including 328 males and 356 females, living in 168 households. The sex ratio was 1,085 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.40%, with male literacy at 88.15% and female literacy at 75.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 141.
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 | 684 | 328 | 356 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 41 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 71 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 490 | 253 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 75 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Ogalpur
Ogalpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gadarupas | South-East | 1.13 km |
| Hantasura | North-East | 1.19 km |
| Mallagan | West | 1.24 km |
| Golapur | North-West | 1.31 km |
| Bedapur | North | 1.35 km |
| Badakundura | East | 1.37 km |
| Badatara | South | 1.54 km |
| Khagipur | South | 1.98 km |
| Keutunga | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Solapur | North-West | 2.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ogalpur
Ogalpur 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 32.2 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 Ogalpur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Ogalpur is about 40 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 Ogalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ogalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ogalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ogalpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ogalpur
Where is Ogalpur located?
Ogalpur village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ogalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ogalpur is Badatara.
What is the pincode of Ogalpur?
The pincode of Ogalpur is 752110.
What is the population of Ogalpur?
Ogalpur had a total population of 684, including 328 males and 356 females.
How many households are there in Ogalpur?
Ogalpur had 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ogalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ogalpur was 81.40%. Male literacy was 88.15% and female literacy was 75.24%.