Ghantiposi - Barkot, Deogarh
Ghantiposi is a village situated in the Barkot tehsil of Deogarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from Barkot and around 44 km from Debagarh. Singhsal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghantiposi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghantiposi is 382832. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 768110 pincode. Debagarh is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Ghantiposi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghantiposi
According to the 2011 Census, Ghantiposi village had a total population of 279 people, including 147 males and 132 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.61%, with male literacy at 87.86% and female literacy at 58.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 190.
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 | 279 | 147 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 7 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 190 | 104 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 191 | 123 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 24 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Ghantiposi
Ghantiposi 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 Ghantiposi
Ghantiposi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Debagarh to Ghantiposi is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghantiposi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghantiposi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ghantiposi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghantiposi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghantiposi
Where is Ghantiposi located?
Ghantiposi village is located in Barkot Tehsil, Deogarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghantiposi?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghantiposi is Singhsal.
What is the pincode of Ghantiposi?
The pincode of Ghantiposi is 768110.
What is the population of Ghantiposi?
Ghantiposi had a total population of 279, including 147 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Ghantiposi?
Ghantiposi had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghantiposi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghantiposi was 74.61%. Male literacy was 87.86% and female literacy was 58.62%.