Ghikundi

Ghikundi is a village located in Manamunda tehsil of Baudh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Manamunda (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Baudh. As per 2009 stats, Ghikundi village is also a gram panchayat.

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

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghikundi is 417967. The village spans a total geographical area of 125 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 762016. Sonapur is nearest town to Ghikundi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Ghikundi 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 Ghikundi

According to the 2011 Census, Ghikundi has a total population of about 342, with approximately 160 males and 182 females. The sex ratio is around 1137 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 53 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 31 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.14%, with male literacy at about 60.63% and female literacy near 52.20%. There are around 82 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghikundi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 342 160 182
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 53 26 27
Scheduled Castes (SC) 31 16 15
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 192 97 95
Illiterate Population 150 63 87

Connectivity of Ghikundi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghikundi. As per the 2011 stats, Ghikundi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Ghikundi

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Ghikundi

Where is Ghikundi located?
Ghikundi village is situated in Manamunda Tehsil, within the Baudh district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghikundi?
Ghikundi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Ghikundi?
The pincode of Ghikundi is 762016, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ghikundi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghikundi is 342, with 160 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Ghikundi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ghikundi village has a total of 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghikundi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghikundi is 56.14%. The male literacy rate is 60.63%, while the female literacy rate is 52.20%.