Ghantapada

Ghantapada is a village located in Kantamal tehsil of Baudh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Kantamal (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Baudh. As per 2009 stats, Ghantapada village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Ghantapada unique in its vibrant Kantamal-Baudh region. You’ll see Ghantapada’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 Ghantapada

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghantapada is 417786. The village spans a total geographical area of 466 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 762018. Balangir is nearest town to Ghantapada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.

When it comes to local governance, Ghantapada village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kantamal Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Ghantapada

According to the 2011 Census, Ghantapada has a total population of about 1,735, with approximately 880 males and 855 females. The sex ratio is around 971 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 232 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 319 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 311. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.69%, with male literacy at about 69.43% and female literacy near 57.78%. There are around 411 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghantapada's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,735 880 855
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 232 116 116
Scheduled Castes (SC) 319 169 150
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 311 160 151
Literate Population 1,105 611 494
Illiterate Population 630 269 361

Connectivity of Ghantapada

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghantapada. As per the 2011 stats, Ghantapada 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Ghantapada

Knowing the nearby villages of Ghantapada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghantapada.

Frequently Asked Questions about Ghantapada

Where is Ghantapada located?
Ghantapada village is situated in Kantamal Tehsil, within the Baudh district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghantapada?
Ghantapada serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Ghantapada?
The pincode of Ghantapada is 762018, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ghantapada as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghantapada is 1,735, with 880 males and 855 females.
How many households are there in Ghantapada as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ghantapada village has a total of 411 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghantapada as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghantapada is 63.69%. The male literacy rate is 69.43%, while the female literacy rate is 57.78%.