Ghasiamba - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Ghasiamba is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Patapur and around 70 km from Chatrapur. Sahadeva Tikarapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghasiamba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghasiamba is 412467. The village covers a total geographical area of 56 hectares and falls under the 761014 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ghasiamba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digapahandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghasiamba
According to the 2011 Census, Ghasiamba village had a total population of 265 people, including 142 males and 123 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 866 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.51%, with male literacy at 95.90% and female literacy at 71.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 256.
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 | 265 | 142 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 256 | 135 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 191 | 117 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 25 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Ghasiamba
Ghasiamba 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 Ghasiamba
Ghasiamba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Ghasiamba is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Ghasiamba is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghasiamba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghasiamba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghasiamba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghasiamba 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 Ghasiamba
Where is Ghasiamba located?
Ghasiamba village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghasiamba?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghasiamba is Sahadeva Tikarapada.
What is the pincode of Ghasiamba?
The pincode of Ghasiamba is 761014.
What is the population of Ghasiamba?
Ghasiamba had a total population of 265, including 142 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Ghasiamba?
Ghasiamba had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghasiamba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghasiamba was 84.51%. Male literacy was 95.90% and female literacy was 71.15%.