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
As per Census 2011, Ghasipada village has a total population of 177 people, consisting of 87 males and 90 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 1,034 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 34 literate and 143 illiterate residents. Additionally, 161 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghasipada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 177 | 87 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| 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 has a total population of 177, including 87 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Ghasipada?
There are 42 households in Ghasipada.
What is the literacy rate in Ghasipada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghasipada is 19.21%. Male literacy is 22.99% and female literacy is 15.56%.