Ghantsola - Kesinga, Kalahandi
Ghantsola is a village situated in the Kesinga tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kesinga and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Kasrupada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghantsola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghantsola is 422303. The village covers a total geographical area of 204 hectares and falls under the 766012 pincode. Kesinga is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Ghantsola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghantsola
As per Census 2011, Ghantsola village has a total population of 373 people, consisting of 183 males and 190 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 1,038 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 226 literate and 147 illiterate residents. Additionally, 114 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 41 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghantsola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 373 | 183 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 56 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 226 | 124 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 59 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Ghantsola
Ghantsola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kantesir | South | 1.50 km |
| Sukunabhata | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Kashrupada | North | 2.52 km |
| Tansir | South-West | 2.89 km |
| Bineikela | North | 3.14 km |
| Ghisiramal | West | 3.42 km |
| Ghatpada | North-East | 3.47 km |
| Malijhar | North-West | 3.79 km |
| Bhalegaon | West | 3.80 km |
| Kurlupada | South-West | 4.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghantsola
Ghantsola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kesinga, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kesinga to Ghantsola is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Ghantsola is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghantsola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghantsola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghantsola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghantsola 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ghantsola
Where is Ghantsola located?
Ghantsola village is located in Kesinga Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghantsola?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghantsola is Kasrupada.
What is the pincode of Ghantsola?
The pincode of Ghantsola is 766012.
What is the population of Ghantsola?
Ghantsola has a total population of 373, including 183 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Ghantsola?
There are 103 households in Ghantsola.
What is the literacy rate in Ghantsola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghantsola is 60.59%. Male literacy is 67.76% and female literacy is 53.68%.