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
As per Census 2011, Sobhanpur village has a total population of 978 people, consisting of 497 males and 481 females. The village has 236 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 88 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 736 literate and 242 illiterate residents. Additionally, 209 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 37 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sobhanpur are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 978, including 497 males and 481 females.
How many households are there in Sobhanpur?
There are 236 households in Sobhanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sobhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sobhanpur is 75.26%. Male literacy is 80.89% and female literacy is 69.44%.