Ghorapathar - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Ghorapathar is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from Phulabani and around 40 km from Phulbani. Bilabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghorapathar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghorapathar is 415318. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 762029 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Ghorapathar 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 Ghorapathar
According to the 2011 Census, Ghorapathar village had a total population of 4 people, including 1 males and 3 females, living in 2 households. The sex ratio was 3,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Ghorapathar
Ghorapathar 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 Ghorapathar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ghorapathar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Ghorapathar is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Ghorapathar is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghorapathar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghorapathar 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 Ghorapathar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghorapathar 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 Ghorapathar
Where is Ghorapathar located?
Ghorapathar village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghorapathar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghorapathar is Bilabadi.
What is the pincode of Ghorapathar?
The pincode of Ghorapathar is 762029.
What is the population of Ghorapathar?
Ghorapathar had a total population of 4, including 1 males and 3 females.
How many households are there in Ghorapathar?
Ghorapathar had 2 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghorapathar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghorapathar was 75.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 66.67%.