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
As per Census 2011, Ghantiposi village has a total population of 279 people, consisting of 147 males and 132 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 191 literate and 88 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 190 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghantiposi are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 279, including 147 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Ghantiposi?
There are 64 households in Ghantiposi.
What is the literacy rate in Ghantiposi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghantiposi is 68.46%. Male literacy is 83.67% and female literacy is 51.52%.