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
As per Census 2011, Ghantalo village has a total population of 722 people, consisting of 352 males and 370 females. The village has 197 households and a sex ratio of 1,051 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 556 literate and 166 illiterate residents. Additionally, 88 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghantalo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 722 | 352 | 370 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 31 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 46 | 42 |
| 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 has a total population of 722, including 352 males and 370 females.
How many households are there in Ghantalo?
There are 197 households in Ghantalo.
What is the literacy rate in Ghantalo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghantalo is 77.01%. Male literacy is 80.97% and female literacy is 73.24%.