Ghantashila - Banapur, Khordha
Ghantashila is a village situated in the Banapur tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banapur and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Bhabanipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghantashila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghantashila is 408438. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 752031 pincode. Banapur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Ghantashila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chilika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghantashila
As per Census 2011, Ghantashila village has a total population of 19 people, consisting of 10 males and 9 females. The village has 5 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 2 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 9 literate and 10 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghantashila are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 4 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Ghantashila
Ghantashila 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 Ghantashila
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ghantashila. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ghantashila.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banapur to Ghantashila is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Ghantashila is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghantashila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghantashila 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 Ghantashila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghantashila 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghantashila
Where is Ghantashila located?
Ghantashila village is located in Banapur Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghantashila?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghantashila is Bhabanipur.
What is the pincode of Ghantashila?
The pincode of Ghantashila is 752031.
What is the population of Ghantashila?
Ghantashila has a total population of 19, including 10 males and 9 females.
How many households are there in Ghantashila?
There are 5 households in Ghantashila.
What is the literacy rate in Ghantashila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghantashila is 47.37%. Male literacy is 60.00% and female literacy is 33.33%.