Ghusuramunda - Loisinga, Balangir
Ghusuramunda is a village situated in the Loisinga tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Loisinga and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Budhipadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghusuramunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghusuramunda is 419926. The village covers a total geographical area of 270 hectares and falls under the 767020 pincode. Balangir is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Ghusuramunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Loisingha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghusuramunda
As per Census 2011, Ghusuramunda village has a total population of 612 people, consisting of 313 males and 299 females. The village has 161 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 473 literate and 139 illiterate residents. Additionally, 108 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 42 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghusuramunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 612 | 313 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 23 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 53 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 473 | 270 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 43 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Ghusuramunda
Ghusuramunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saltarpali | North-East | 1.11 km |
| Budhipadar | West | 1.43 km |
| Jogisarda | South-East | 1.88 km |
| Pipilipali | North-East | 2.37 km |
| Luhurapali | South | 2.46 km |
| Burda | South-West | 2.53 km |
| Negipali | North | 2.88 km |
| Gurjibhata | South-East | 2.96 km |
| Badibahal | East | 3.24 km |
| Karanpali | North | 3.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghusuramunda
Ghusuramunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Loisingha, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balangir to Ghusuramunda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghusuramunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghusuramunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghusuramunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghusuramunda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghusuramunda
Where is Ghusuramunda located?
Ghusuramunda village is located in Loisinga Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghusuramunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghusuramunda is Budhipadar.
What is the pincode of Ghusuramunda?
The pincode of Ghusuramunda is 767020.
What is the population of Ghusuramunda?
Ghusuramunda has a total population of 612, including 313 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Ghusuramunda?
There are 161 households in Ghusuramunda.
What is the literacy rate in Ghusuramunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghusuramunda is 77.29%. Male literacy is 86.26% and female literacy is 67.89%.