Ganjukhol - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Ganjukhol is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Phringia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganjukhol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganjukhol is 416311. The village covers a total geographical area of 200 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Ganjukhol 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 Ganjukhol
According to the 2011 Census, Ganjukhol village had a total population of 139 people, including 70 males and 69 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.47%, with male literacy at 72.31% and female literacy at 48.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 137.
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 | 139 | 70 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 137 | 68 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 47 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 23 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Ganjukhol
Ganjukhol 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 Ganjukhol
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ganjukhol.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Ganjukhol is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Ganjukhol is about 16 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 Ganjukhol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganjukhol 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 Ganjukhol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganjukhol 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 Ganjukhol
Where is Ganjukhol located?
Ganjukhol village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ganjukhol?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganjukhol is Phringia.
What is the pincode of Ganjukhol?
The pincode of Ganjukhol is 762011.
What is the population of Ganjukhol?
Ganjukhol had a total population of 139, including 70 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Ganjukhol?
Ganjukhol had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganjukhol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganjukhol was 60.47%. Male literacy was 72.31% and female literacy was 48.44%.