Ghantalo - Nischintakoili, Cuttack
Ghantalo is a village situated in the Nischintakoili tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Nemalo and around 55 km from Cuttack. Kerilo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghantalo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghantalo is 399795. The village covers a total geographical area of 52 hectares and falls under the 754209 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Ghantalo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghantalo
According to the 2011 Census, Ghantalo village had a total population of 722 people, including 352 males and 370 females, living in 197 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.24%, with male literacy at 88.79% and female literacy at 79.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 88.
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 | 722 | 352 | 370 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 31 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 46 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 556 | 285 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 67 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Ghantalo
Ghantalo 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 Ghantalo
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Ghantalo.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kendrapara to Ghantalo is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Ghantalo is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghantalo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghantalo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Ghantalo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghantalo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Ghantalo
Where is Ghantalo located?
Ghantalo village is located in Nischintakoili Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghantalo?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghantalo is Kerilo.
What is the pincode of Ghantalo?
The pincode of Ghantalo is 754209.
What is the population of Ghantalo?
Ghantalo had a total population of 722, including 352 males and 370 females.
How many households are there in Ghantalo?
Ghantalo had 197 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghantalo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghantalo was 84.24%. Male literacy was 88.79% and female literacy was 79.94%.