Ghunsar - Saintala, Balangir
Ghunsar is a village situated in the Saintala tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saintala and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Ghunsar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghunsar is 421172. The village covers a total geographical area of 801 hectares and falls under the 767032 pincode. Titlagarh is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Ghunsar 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 Ghunsar
As per Census 2011, Ghunsar village has a total population of 3,265 people, consisting of 1,620 males and 1,645 females. The village has 956 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 441 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,923 literate and 1,342 illiterate residents. Additionally, 338 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 405 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghunsar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,265 | 1,620 | 1,645 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 441 | 217 | 224 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 338 | 158 | 180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 405 | 200 | 205 |
| Literate Population | 1,923 | 1,074 | 849 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,342 | 546 | 796 |
Nearby Villages of Ghunsar
Ghunsar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deuli | West | 1.25 km |
| Belkhandi | South-East | 2.53 km |
| Dedhel | West | 2.53 km |
| Kandhulba | South-West | 2.81 km |
| Digsira | South | 2.98 km |
| Babuulaba | South-West | 3.22 km |
| Bhejipadar | North-East | 3.38 km |
| Kansar | North | 3.63 km |
| Jubamal | West | 4.05 km |
| Khasbahal | North-West | 4.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghunsar
Ghunsar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Saintala, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Titlagarh to Ghunsar is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Ghunsar is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghunsar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghunsar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghunsar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghunsar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghunsar
Where is Ghunsar located?
Ghunsar village is located in Saintala Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghunsar?
Ghunsar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghunsar?
The pincode of Ghunsar is 767032.
What is the population of Ghunsar?
Ghunsar has a total population of 3,265, including 1,620 males and 1,645 females.
How many households are there in Ghunsar?
There are 956 households in Ghunsar.
What is the literacy rate in Ghunsar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghunsar is 58.90%. Male literacy is 66.30% and female literacy is 51.61%.