Ghusurigadia - Khaira, Balasore
Ghusurigadia is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Khaira and around 52 km from Baleshwar. Sundiragandibed serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghusurigadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghusurigadia is 393592. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 756048 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Ghusurigadia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghusurigadia
According to the 2011 Census, Ghusurigadia village had a total population of 285 people, including 140 males and 145 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 1,036 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.46%, with male literacy at 95.20% and female literacy at 82.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 285 | 140 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 230 | 119 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 21 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Ghusurigadia
Ghusurigadia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ghusurigadia
Ghusurigadia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Soro to Ghusurigadia is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Ghusurigadia is about 52 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 Ghusurigadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghusurigadia 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghusurigadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghusurigadia 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ghusurigadia
Where is Ghusurigadia located?
Ghusurigadia village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghusurigadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghusurigadia is Sundiragandibed.
What is the pincode of Ghusurigadia?
The pincode of Ghusurigadia is 756048.
What is the population of Ghusurigadia?
Ghusurigadia had a total population of 285, including 140 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Ghusurigadia?
Ghusurigadia had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghusurigadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghusurigadia was 88.46%. Male literacy was 95.20% and female literacy was 82.22%.