Ghess
Ghess is a village located in Melchhamunda tehsil of Bargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Melchhamunda (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Bargarh. As per 2009 stats, Ghess village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ghess unique in its vibrant Melchhamunda-Bargarh region. You’ll see Ghess’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ghess
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghess is 380151. The village spans a total geographical area of 744 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768049. Padmapur is nearest town to Ghess village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
Google Map of Ghess
Population of Ghess
According to the 2011 Census, Ghess has a total population of about 3,342, with approximately 1,652 males and 1,690 females. The sex ratio is around 1023 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 359 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 663 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 871. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.34%, with male literacy at about 76.39% and female literacy near 60.47%. There are around 848 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghess's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,342 | 1,652 | 1,690 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 359 | 172 | 187 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 663 | 322 | 341 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 871 | 427 | 444 |
| Literate Population | 2,284 | 1,262 | 1,022 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,058 | 390 | 668 |
Connectivity of Ghess
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghess. As per the 2011 stats, Ghess had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghess
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghess helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghess.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghess
- Where is Ghess located?
- Ghess village is situated in Melchhamunda Tehsil, within the Bargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghess?
- Ghess serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ghess?
- The pincode of Ghess is 768049, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghess as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghess is 3,342, with 1,652 males and 1,690 females.
- How many households are there in Ghess as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghess village has a total of 848 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghess as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghess is 68.34%. The male literacy rate is 76.39%, while the female literacy rate is 60.47%.