Ghantaguda - Chandahandi, Nabarangpur
Ghantaguda is a village situated in the Chandahandi tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Chandahandi and around 122 km from Nabarangapur . Koilimunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghantaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghantaguda is 427425. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 764077 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Ghantaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghantaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Ghantaguda village had a total population of 313 people, including 151 males and 162 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 1,073 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.53%, with male literacy at 53.17% and female literacy at 36.69%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 234.
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 | 313 | 151 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 25 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 234 | 113 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 67 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 195 | 84 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Ghantaguda
Ghantaguda 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 Ghantaguda
Ghantaguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Umarkote to Ghantaguda is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Ghantaguda is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghantaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghantaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghantaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghantaguda 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghantaguda
Where is Ghantaguda located?
Ghantaguda village is located in Chandahandi Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghantaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghantaguda is Koilimunda.
What is the pincode of Ghantaguda?
The pincode of Ghantaguda is 764077.
What is the population of Ghantaguda?
Ghantaguda had a total population of 313, including 151 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Ghantaguda?
Ghantaguda had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghantaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghantaguda was 44.53%. Male literacy was 53.17% and female literacy was 36.69%.