Ghosda - Karanjia, Mayurbhanj
Ghosda is a village situated in the Karanjia tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanjia and around 143 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Ghosda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghosda is 388812. The village covers a total geographical area of 433 hectares and falls under the 757037 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Ghosda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karanjia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghosda
As per Census 2011, Ghosda village has a total population of 1,862 people, consisting of 953 males and 909 females. The village has 447 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 258 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,070 literate and 792 illiterate residents. Additionally, 383 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 499 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghosda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,862 | 953 | 909 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 258 | 131 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 383 | 195 | 188 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 499 | 253 | 246 |
| Literate Population | 1,070 | 615 | 455 |
| Illiterate Population | 792 | 338 | 454 |
Nearby Villages of Ghosda
Ghosda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chadhaibhol | South | 1.70 km |
| Birajadunathpurshasan | West | 1.91 km |
| Halpur | North | 1.93 km |
| Dhakata | South-West | 2.24 km |
| Mahadevdeuli | South | 2.41 km |
| Murgapat | East | 2.49 km |
| Kusunpur | North-East | 2.66 km |
| Bhalugodaorofchitraposi | South-East | 3.34 km |
| Tentalapasi | West | 3.38 km |
| Tentala | West | 3.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghosda
Ghosda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kendujhargarh, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanjia to Ghosda is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Ghosda is about 143 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghosda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghosda 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghosda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghosda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghosda
Where is Ghosda located?
Ghosda village is located in Karanjia Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghosda?
Ghosda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghosda?
The pincode of Ghosda is 757037.
What is the population of Ghosda?
Ghosda has a total population of 1,862, including 953 males and 909 females.
How many households are there in Ghosda?
There are 447 households in Ghosda.
What is the literacy rate in Ghosda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghosda is 57.47%. Male literacy is 64.53% and female literacy is 50.06%.