Gadapadanpur - Nimapada, Puri
Gadapadanpur is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Gadapadanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadapadanpur is 408873. The village covers a total geographical area of 261 hectares and falls under the 752114 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Gadapadanpur 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 Gadapadanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gadapadanpur village had a total population of 1,704 people, including 843 males and 861 females, living in 397 households. The sex ratio was 1,021 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.92%, with male literacy at 87.71% and female literacy at 76.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 433.
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 | 1,704 | 843 | 861 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 78 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 433 | 220 | 213 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,246 | 671 | 575 |
| Illiterate Population | 458 | 172 | 286 |
Nearby Villages of Gadapadanpur
Gadapadanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baliasasan | West | 0.81 km |
| Ugreswar Deuli | South | 1.27 km |
| Salajanga | North | 1.45 km |
| Bangurusa Sasan | South-East | 1.51 km |
| Samareisasan | West | 1.85 km |
| Nuasasan | South-West | 2.35 km |
| Renchsasan | East | 2.41 km |
| Sainsasasan | South-East | 2.44 km |
| Somanasasan | North | 2.63 km |
| Srikathapur | West | 2.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gadapadanpur
Gadapadanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jenapur Ph, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.3 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 Gadapadanpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Gadapadanpur is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadapadanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadapadanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gadapadanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadapadanpur 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 Gadapadanpur
Where is Gadapadanpur located?
Gadapadanpur village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gadapadanpur?
Gadapadanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gadapadanpur?
The pincode of Gadapadanpur is 752114.
What is the population of Gadapadanpur?
Gadapadanpur had a total population of 1,704, including 843 males and 861 females.
How many households are there in Gadapadanpur?
Gadapadanpur had 397 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadapadanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadapadanpur was 81.92%. Male literacy was 87.71% and female literacy was 76.06%.