Ghoda - Kalamnuri, Hingoli
Ghoda is a village situated in the Kalamnuri tehsil of Hingoli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalamnuri and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Hingoli. Ghoda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghoda is 546195. The village covers a total geographical area of 1483.34 hectares and falls under the 431702 pincode. Kalamnuri is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ghoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalamnuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghoda
As per Census 2011, Ghoda village has a total population of 2,820 people, consisting of 1,446 males and 1,374 females. The village has 524 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 358 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,866 literate and 954 illiterate residents. Additionally, 456 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghoda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,820 | 1,446 | 1,374 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 358 | 182 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 456 | 224 | 232 |
| Literate Population | 1,866 | 1,061 | 805 |
| Illiterate Population | 954 | 385 | 569 |
Nearby Villages of Ghoda
Ghoda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kamtha | South-West | 2.18 km |
| Yelagaon Tukaram | East | 2.44 km |
| Jaroda | North-West | 3.08 km |
| Naukha Tarf Kalamnuri | North | 3.70 km |
| Gangaon | South-West | 4.23 km |
| Yegaon | South | 4.35 km |
| Yelki | West | 4.36 km |
| Mardga | East | 4.52 km |
| Belmanda | North-East | 4.53 km |
| Tuppa | North | 4.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghoda
Ghoda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bolda, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalamnuri to Ghoda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hingoli to Ghoda is about 28 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 Ghoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghoda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghoda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghoda
Where is Ghoda located?
Ghoda village is located in Kalamnuri Tehsil, Hingoli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghoda?
Ghoda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghoda?
The pincode of Ghoda is 431702.
What is the population of Ghoda?
Ghoda has a total population of 2,820, including 1,446 males and 1,374 females.
How many households are there in Ghoda?
There are 524 households in Ghoda.
What is the literacy rate in Ghoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghoda is 66.17%. Male literacy is 73.37% and female literacy is 58.59%.