Gaonpada - Pipili, Puri
Gaonpada is a village situated in the Pipili tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pipili and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Orkal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaonpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaonpada is 408715. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 752104 pincode. Bhubaneswar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gaonpada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pipili Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gaonpada
As per Census 2011, Gaonpada village has a total population of 408 people, consisting of 211 males and 197 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 270 literate and 138 illiterate residents. Additionally, 224 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gaonpada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 408 | 211 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 38 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 224 | 115 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 270 | 150 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 61 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Gaonpada
Gaonpada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manikadeipur | South-East | 0.44 km |
| Samalapur | South-West | 1.05 km |
| Patasahanipur | North-East | 1.13 km |
| Orakol | West | 1.31 km |
| Daradada | East | 1.46 km |
| Makaraba | West | 1.47 km |
| Aruha | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Dhanpur | South-West | 1.81 km |
| Ujanipada | West | 2.04 km |
| Hasanapur | South-West | 2.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gaonpada
Gaonpada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Retang, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 9.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhubaneswar to Gaonpada is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Gaonpada is about 42 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 Gaonpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaonpada 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 Gaonpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaonpada 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gaonpada
Where is Gaonpada located?
Gaonpada village is located in Pipili Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaonpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaonpada is Orkal.
What is the pincode of Gaonpada?
The pincode of Gaonpada is 752104.
What is the population of Gaonpada?
Gaonpada has a total population of 408, including 211 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Gaonpada?
There are 98 households in Gaonpada.
What is the literacy rate in Gaonpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaonpada is 66.18%. Male literacy is 71.09% and female literacy is 60.91%.