Ghanti Guda - Kokasara, Kalahandi
Ghanti Guda is a village situated in the Kokasara tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kokasara and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Mohima serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghanti Guda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghanti Guda is 424009. The village covers a total geographical area of 672 hectares and falls under the 766019 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Ghanti Guda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghanti Guda
As per Census 2011, Ghanti Guda village has a total population of 892 people, consisting of 468 males and 424 females. The village has 229 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 321 literate and 571 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 661 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghanti Guda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 892 | 468 | 424 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 79 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 26 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 661 | 343 | 318 |
| Literate Population | 321 | 237 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 571 | 231 | 340 |
Nearby Villages of Ghanti Guda
Ghanti Guda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dudukathenga | South | 2.45 km |
| Podaguda | North-East | 3.94 km |
| Badakenduguda | South | 4.04 km |
| Pipal Chhapar | North | 4.15 km |
| Karlaguda | East | 4.38 km |
| Dhobenchanchara | South-West | 4.69 km |
| Temara | East | 4.69 km |
| Bobaria | South-East | 5.47 km |
| Badapodaguda | South | 6.65 km |
| Kaudola | South-East | 6.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghanti Guda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ghanti Guda. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Ghanti Guda is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Ghanti Guda is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghanti Guda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghanti Guda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghanti Guda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghanti Guda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ghanti Guda
Where is Ghanti Guda located?
Ghanti Guda village is located in Kokasara Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghanti Guda?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghanti Guda is Mohima.
What is the pincode of Ghanti Guda?
The pincode of Ghanti Guda is 766019.
What is the population of Ghanti Guda?
Ghanti Guda has a total population of 892, including 468 males and 424 females.
How many households are there in Ghanti Guda?
There are 229 households in Ghanti Guda.
What is the literacy rate in Ghanti Guda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghanti Guda is 35.99%. Male literacy is 50.64% and female literacy is 19.81%.