Ghodapathar - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Ghodapathar is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Adasipada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghodapathar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghodapathar is 415684. The village covers a total geographical area of 146 hectares and falls under the 762029 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Ghodapathar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghodapathar
As per Census 2011, Ghodapathar village has a total population of 469 people, consisting of 230 males and 239 females. The village has 129 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 282 literate and 187 illiterate residents. Additionally, 196 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghodapathar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 469 | 230 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 196 | 99 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 282 | 177 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 53 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Ghodapathar
Ghodapathar 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 Ghodapathar
Public transport in the Ghodapathar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Ghodapathar is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Ghodapathar is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghodapathar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghodapathar 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ghodapathar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghodapathar 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 Ghodapathar
Where is Ghodapathar located?
Ghodapathar village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghodapathar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghodapathar is Adasipada.
What is the pincode of Ghodapathar?
The pincode of Ghodapathar is 762029.
What is the population of Ghodapathar?
Ghodapathar has a total population of 469, including 230 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Ghodapathar?
There are 129 households in Ghodapathar.
What is the literacy rate in Ghodapathar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghodapathar is 60.13%. Male literacy is 76.96% and female literacy is 43.93%.