Ghugulasahi - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Ghugulasahi is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Khajuripada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghugulasahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghugulasahi is 415639. The village covers a total geographical area of 35 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Ghugulasahi 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 Ghugulasahi
As per Census 2011, Ghugulasahi village has a total population of 142 people, consisting of 73 males and 69 females. The village has 43 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 95 literate and 47 illiterate residents. Additionally, 131 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghugulasahi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 142 | 73 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 66 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 95 | 54 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 19 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Ghugulasahi
Ghugulasahi 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 Ghugulasahi
Public transport in the Ghugulasahi 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 >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 Ghugulasahi is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Ghugulasahi is about 22 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 Ghugulasahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghugulasahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghugulasahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghugulasahi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghugulasahi
Where is Ghugulasahi located?
Ghugulasahi village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghugulasahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghugulasahi is Khajuripada.
What is the pincode of Ghugulasahi?
The pincode of Ghugulasahi is 762012.
What is the population of Ghugulasahi?
Ghugulasahi has a total population of 142, including 73 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Ghugulasahi?
There are 43 households in Ghugulasahi.
What is the literacy rate in Ghugulasahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghugulasahi is 66.90%. Male literacy is 73.97% and female literacy is 59.42%.