Ghantiguda - Boden, Nuapada
Ghantiguda is a village situated in the Boden tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boden and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Litisargi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghantiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghantiguda is 422117. The village covers a total geographical area of 232 hectares and falls under the 766111 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Ghantiguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khariar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghantiguda
As per Census 2011, Ghantiguda village has a total population of 419 people, consisting of 205 males and 214 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 1,043 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 189 literate and 230 illiterate residents. Additionally, 43 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 326 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghantiguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 419 | 205 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 34 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 24 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 326 | 155 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 189 | 123 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 230 | 82 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Ghantiguda
Ghantiguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhirinikhol | West | 1.32 km |
| Rajpur | North-West | 1.63 km |
| Anlabhata | South-East | 2.05 km |
| Pharasara | North | 2.21 km |
| Putupara | East | 2.44 km |
| Jamugaon | North-West | 2.56 km |
| Litisargi | South | 2.58 km |
| Sukulibhata | South-East | 2.79 km |
| Kerapadar | North | 3.75 km |
| Kulekela | South-East | 4.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghantiguda
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Ghantiguda. The nearest railway station is Kantabanji, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khariar Road to Ghantiguda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Ghantiguda is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghantiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghantiguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ghantiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghantiguda 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Ghantiguda
Where is Ghantiguda located?
Ghantiguda village is located in Boden Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghantiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghantiguda is Litisargi.
What is the pincode of Ghantiguda?
The pincode of Ghantiguda is 766111.
What is the population of Ghantiguda?
Ghantiguda has a total population of 419, including 205 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Ghantiguda?
There are 101 households in Ghantiguda.
What is the literacy rate in Ghantiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghantiguda is 45.11%. Male literacy is 60.00% and female literacy is 30.84%.