Ghantiguda - Jayapatna, Kalahandi
Ghantiguda is a village situated in the Jayapatna tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jayapatna and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Uchala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghantiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghantiguda is 424145. The village covers a total geographical area of 214 hectares and falls under the 766019 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Ghantiguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghantiguda
As per Census 2011, Ghantiguda village has a total population of 1,117 people, consisting of 552 males and 565 females. The village has 305 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 140 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 625 literate and 492 illiterate residents. Additionally, 111 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 466 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghantiguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,117 | 552 | 565 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 68 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 47 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 466 | 241 | 225 |
| Literate Population | 625 | 357 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 492 | 195 | 297 |
Nearby Villages of Ghantiguda
Ghantiguda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pandaripakhan | East | 1.52 km |
| Pujhariguda | South-West | 1.80 km |
| Beherensil | North-West | 2.29 km |
| Uchhala | North-East | 2.54 km |
| Kumjor | South-East | 2.92 km |
| Palas | South-West | 3.31 km |
| Talpadar | East | 3.68 km |
| Pitabaspur | North | 3.85 km |
| Supad | North | 3.99 km |
| Barahadanga | North-West | 4.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghantiguda
Ghantiguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Junagarh to Ghantiguda is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Ghantiguda 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 Ghantiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghantiguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghantiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghantiguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghantiguda
Where is Ghantiguda located?
Ghantiguda village is located in Jayapatna Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghantiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghantiguda is Uchala.
What is the pincode of Ghantiguda?
The pincode of Ghantiguda is 766019.
What is the population of Ghantiguda?
Ghantiguda has a total population of 1,117, including 552 males and 565 females.
How many households are there in Ghantiguda?
There are 305 households in Ghantiguda.
What is the literacy rate in Ghantiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghantiguda is 55.95%. Male literacy is 64.67% and female literacy is 47.43%.