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
As per Census 2011, Gadapadanpur village has a total population of 1,704 people, consisting of 843 males and 861 females. The village has 397 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 183 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,246 literate and 458 illiterate residents. Additionally, 433 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadapadanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,704 | 843 | 861 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 78 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 433 | 220 | 213 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,704, including 843 males and 861 females.
How many households are there in Gadapadanpur?
There are 397 households in Gadapadanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gadapadanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadapadanpur is 73.12%. Male literacy is 79.60% and female literacy is 66.78%.