Ghasipada - Surada, Ganjam
Ghasipada is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surada and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Hukuma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghasipada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghasipada is 410859. The village covers a total geographical area of 25 hectares and falls under the 761108 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Ghasipada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghasipada
According to the 2011 Census, Ghasipada village had a total population of 177 people, including 87 males and 90 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 1,034 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.94%, with male literacy at 28.17% and female literacy at 19.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 161.
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 | 177 | 87 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 161 | 76 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 20 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 67 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Ghasipada
Ghasipada 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 Ghasipada
Ghasipada 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 <5 km |
| 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 Surada to Ghasipada is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Ghasipada is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghasipada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghasipada 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghasipada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghasipada 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghasipada
Where is Ghasipada located?
Ghasipada village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghasipada?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghasipada is Hukuma.
What is the pincode of Ghasipada?
The pincode of Ghasipada is 761108.
What is the population of Ghasipada?
Ghasipada had a total population of 177, including 87 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Ghasipada?
Ghasipada had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghasipada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghasipada was 23.94%. Male literacy was 28.17% and female literacy was 19.72%.