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.
Ghantapada has its own place in the vibrant Baudh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Ghantapada as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghantapada village:
- The total population of Ghantapada village is around 1,735, including approximately 880 males and 855 females, with a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 232 children aged 0–6 years in Ghantapada village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ghantapada village has 319 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 311 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ghantapada village is about 63.69%, with male literacy at 69.43% and female literacy at 57.78%.
- There are around 411 households in Ghantapada village.
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%.