Ghantamal - Saintala, Balangir
Ghantamal is a village situated in the Saintala tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saintala and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Ampali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghantamal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghantamal is 421143. The village covers a total geographical area of 641 hectares and falls under the 767032 pincode. Titlagarh is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Ghantamal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Titilagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghantamal
As per Census 2011, Ghantamal village has a total population of 1,269 people, consisting of 641 males and 628 females. The village has 336 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 176 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 633 literate and 636 illiterate residents. Additionally, 246 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 424 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghantamal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,269 | 641 | 628 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 85 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 246 | 131 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 424 | 213 | 211 |
| Literate Population | 633 | 383 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 636 | 258 | 378 |
Nearby Villages of Ghantamal
Ghantamal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Turchaupher | South-West | 1.46 km |
| Bheruanbhata | South-East | 1.48 km |
| Mayamunda | North-East | 1.86 km |
| Banaras | North-West | 1.98 km |
| Remenda | North | 2.34 km |
| Bandhapara | North-East | 2.46 km |
| Santaufer | West | 2.48 km |
| Tendilipali | South-West | 2.52 km |
| Badipara | West | 3.06 km |
| Samara | North-West | 3.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghantamal
Ghantamal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Saintala, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 7.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Titlagarh to Ghantamal is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Ghantamal is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghantamal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghantamal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghantamal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghantamal 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghantamal
Where is Ghantamal located?
Ghantamal village is located in Saintala Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghantamal?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghantamal is Ampali.
What is the pincode of Ghantamal?
The pincode of Ghantamal is 767032.
What is the population of Ghantamal?
Ghantamal has a total population of 1,269, including 641 males and 628 females.
How many households are there in Ghantamal?
There are 336 households in Ghantamal.
What is the literacy rate in Ghantamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghantamal is 49.88%. Male literacy is 59.75% and female literacy is 39.81%.