Sobhanpur - Gop, Puri
Sobhanpur 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. Ganeswarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sobhanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sobhanpur is 409427. The village covers a total geographical area of 153 hectares and falls under the 752110 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sobhanpur 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 Sobhanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sobhanpur village had a total population of 978 people, including 497 males and 481 females, living in 236 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.70%, with male literacy at 87.39% and female literacy at 77.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 209, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 37.
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 | 978 | 497 | 481 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 37 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 209 | 96 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 736 | 402 | 334 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 95 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Sobhanpur
Sobhanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kushinga | South-West | 0.71 km |
| Bankipur | South | 1.23 km |
| Kosalada | South-West | 1.41 km |
| Bayakuda Alias Purusottampur | North-East | 1.44 km |
| Solapur | South | 1.46 km |
| Ganeswarpur | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Tilipadagarh | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Bedapur | South-East | 2.12 km |
| Siso | West | 2.15 km |
| Golapur | South | 2.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sobhanpur
Sobhanpur 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 29.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sobhanpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Sobhanpur 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 Sobhanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sobhanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sobhanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sobhanpur 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 Sobhanpur
Where is Sobhanpur located?
Sobhanpur village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sobhanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sobhanpur is Ganeswarpur.
What is the pincode of Sobhanpur?
The pincode of Sobhanpur is 752110.
What is the population of Sobhanpur?
Sobhanpur had a total population of 978, including 497 males and 481 females.
How many households are there in Sobhanpur?
Sobhanpur had 236 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sobhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sobhanpur was 82.70%. Male literacy was 87.39% and female literacy was 77.67%.