Ghodabali - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Ghodabali is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 131 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Landagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghodabali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghodabali is 416480. The village covers a total geographical area of 365 hectares and falls under the 762013 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Ghodabali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghodabali
As per Census 2011, Ghodabali village has a total population of 491 people, consisting of 241 males and 250 females. The village has 131 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 197 literate and 294 illiterate residents. Additionally, 142 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 62 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghodabali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 491 | 241 | 250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 42 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 70 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 29 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 127 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 294 | 114 | 180 |
Nearby Villages of Ghodabali
Ghodabali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Darusingula | South-East | 1.24 km |
| Landagan | North-West | 1.48 km |
| Mutabali | North-East | 1.57 km |
| Karnibera | West | 1.66 km |
| Changurabali | South-East | 2.39 km |
| Singulagam | East | 2.43 km |
| Talipada | North-West | 2.66 km |
| Khairabadi | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Phatikimala | West | 3.07 km |
| Parubhata | South-East | 3.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghodabali
Ghodabali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Deogan Road, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sonapur to Ghodabali is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Ghodabali is about 131 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghodabali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghodabali 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 Ghodabali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghodabali 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 Ghodabali
Where is Ghodabali located?
Ghodabali village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghodabali?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghodabali is Landagaon.
What is the pincode of Ghodabali?
The pincode of Ghodabali is 762013.
What is the population of Ghodabali?
Ghodabali has a total population of 491, including 241 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Ghodabali?
There are 131 households in Ghodabali.
What is the literacy rate in Ghodabali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghodabali is 40.12%. Male literacy is 52.70% and female literacy is 28.00%.