Ghunghuti - Madanpur Rampur, Kalahandi
Ghunghuti is a village situated in the Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur Rampur and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Barabandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghunghuti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghunghuti is 422673. The village covers a total geographical area of 15 hectares and falls under the 766100 pincode. Kesinga is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Ghunghuti 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 Ghunghuti
As per Census 2011, Ghunghuti village has a total population of 140 people, consisting of 69 males and 71 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 13 literate and 127 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 129 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghunghuti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 140 | 69 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 8 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 129 | 64 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 13 | - |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 56 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Ghunghuti
Ghunghuti 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 Ghunghuti
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Ghunghuti. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ghunghuti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Kesinga to Ghunghuti is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Ghunghuti is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghunghuti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghunghuti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghunghuti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghunghuti 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghunghuti
Where is Ghunghuti located?
Ghunghuti village is located in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghunghuti?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghunghuti is Barabandha.
What is the pincode of Ghunghuti?
The pincode of Ghunghuti is 766100.
What is the population of Ghunghuti?
Ghunghuti has a total population of 140, including 69 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Ghunghuti?
There are 35 households in Ghunghuti.