Gheekhola - Bhuban, Dhenkanal
Gheekhola is a village situated in the Bhuban tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhuban and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Jamunakote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gheekhola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gheekhola is 402603. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 759018 pincode. Bhuban is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Gheekhola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kamakhyanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gheekhola
According to the 2011 Census, Gheekhola village had a total population of 13 people, including 7 males and 6 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 857 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.89%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 80.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
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 | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 3 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Gheekhola
Gheekhola 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 Gheekhola
Public transport in the Gheekhola is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhuban to Gheekhola is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Gheekhola is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gheekhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gheekhola 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gheekhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gheekhola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gheekhola
Where is Gheekhola located?
Gheekhola village is located in Bhuban Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gheekhola?
The Gram Panchayat of Gheekhola is Jamunakote.
What is the pincode of Gheekhola?
The pincode of Gheekhola is 759018.
What is the population of Gheekhola?
Gheekhola had a total population of 13, including 7 males and 6 females.
How many households are there in Gheekhola?
Gheekhola had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gheekhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gheekhola was 88.89%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 80.00%.