Ghodapokhari - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Ghodapokhari is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 75 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Benagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghodapokhari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghodapokhari is 422994. The village covers a total geographical area of 148 hectares and falls under the 766020 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Ghodapokhari 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 Ghodapokhari
As per Census 2011, Ghodapokhari village has a total population of 242 people, consisting of 115 males and 127 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 1,104 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 17 literate and 225 illiterate residents. Additionally, 125 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 114 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghodapokhari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 242 | 115 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 65 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 114 | 49 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 14 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 101 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Ghodapokhari
Ghodapokhari 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 Ghodapokhari
Public transport in the Ghodapokhari is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Ghodapokhari is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghodapokhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghodapokhari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghodapokhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghodapokhari 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghodapokhari
Where is Ghodapokhari located?
Ghodapokhari village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghodapokhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghodapokhari is Benagaon.
What is the pincode of Ghodapokhari?
The pincode of Ghodapokhari is 766020.
What is the population of Ghodapokhari?
Ghodapokhari has a total population of 242, including 115 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Ghodapokhari?
There are 50 households in Ghodapokhari.
What is the literacy rate in Ghodapokhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghodapokhari is 7.02%. Male literacy is 12.17% and female literacy is 2.36%.