Ghodadhanua - Kodinga, Nabarangpur
Ghodadhanua is a village situated in the Kodinga tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from Kosagumuda and around 50 km from Nabarangapur . Santoshapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghodadhanua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghodadhanua is 427858. The village covers a total geographical area of 1263 hectares and falls under the 764061 pincode. Nabarangapur is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Ghodadhanua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dabugam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghodadhanua
As per Census 2011, Ghodadhanua village has a total population of 3,303 people, consisting of 1,630 males and 1,673 females. The village has 686 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 536 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 883 literate and 2,420 illiterate residents. Additionally, 289 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,268 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghodadhanua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,303 | 1,630 | 1,673 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 536 | 259 | 277 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 289 | 134 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,268 | 1,130 | 1,138 |
| Literate Population | 883 | 583 | 300 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,420 | 1,047 | 1,373 |
Nearby Villages of Ghodadhanua
Ghodadhanua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saraladhanua | South | 1.74 km |
| Mundidhanua | South | 1.89 km |
| Pikaddhanua | South-West | 2.20 km |
| Bansuli | South-East | 2.56 km |
| Majhidhanua | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Umargan | South | 3.09 km |
| Badlawand | North-West | 3.14 km |
| Anchala | South-East | 3.24 km |
| Girola | North-West | 3.31 km |
| Santoshpur | East | 3.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghodadhanua
Ghodadhanua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Amagura, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.7 km.
| 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 Nabarangapur to Ghodadhanua is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Ghodadhanua is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghodadhanua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghodadhanua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghodadhanua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghodadhanua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghodadhanua
Where is Ghodadhanua located?
Ghodadhanua village is located in Kodinga Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghodadhanua?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghodadhanua is Santoshapur.
What is the pincode of Ghodadhanua?
The pincode of Ghodadhanua is 764061.
What is the population of Ghodadhanua?
Ghodadhanua has a total population of 3,303, including 1,630 males and 1,673 females.
How many households are there in Ghodadhanua?
There are 686 households in Ghodadhanua.
What is the literacy rate in Ghodadhanua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghodadhanua is 26.73%. Male literacy is 35.77% and female literacy is 17.93%.