Gadaitapokhari - Nimapada, Puri
Gadaitapokhari is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Kalapanchana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadaitapokhari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadaitapokhari is 408903. The village covers a total geographical area of 333 hectares and falls under the 752106 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Gadaitapokhari 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 Gadaitapokhari
As per Census 2011, Gadaitapokhari village has a total population of 3,439 people, consisting of 1,716 males and 1,723 females. The village has 856 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 418 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,511 literate and 928 illiterate residents. Additionally, 780 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 104 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadaitapokhari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,439 | 1,716 | 1,723 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 418 | 196 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 780 | 412 | 368 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | - | 104 |
| Literate Population | 2,511 | 1,399 | 1,112 |
| Illiterate Population | 928 | 317 | 611 |
Nearby Villages of Gadaitapokhari
Gadaitapokhari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Naraharipur | South-East | 1.22 km |
| Sankhapada | South | 1.32 km |
| Kantapara | North | 1.37 km |
| Andhoti | South-West | 1.71 km |
| Umamaheswarpur | South-East | 2.20 km |
| Tolagopinathpur | North-East | 2.37 km |
| Tadhana | South-West | 2.74 km |
| Nariso | North-West | 2.83 km |
| Banamalipur | South-East | 2.86 km |
| Bhilideuli | South-West | 3.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gadaitapokhari
Gadaitapokhari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Raghunathpur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Nimapada to Gadaitapokhari is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Gadaitapokhari is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadaitapokhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadaitapokhari 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 Gadaitapokhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadaitapokhari 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gadaitapokhari
Where is Gadaitapokhari located?
Gadaitapokhari village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadaitapokhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadaitapokhari is Kalapanchana.
What is the pincode of Gadaitapokhari?
The pincode of Gadaitapokhari is 752106.
What is the population of Gadaitapokhari?
Gadaitapokhari has a total population of 3,439, including 1,716 males and 1,723 females.
How many households are there in Gadaitapokhari?
There are 856 households in Gadaitapokhari.
What is the literacy rate in Gadaitapokhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadaitapokhari is 73.02%. Male literacy is 81.53% and female literacy is 64.54%.