Ghotsar - Komna, Nuapada
Ghotsar is a village situated in the Komna tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Komna and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Kureswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghotsar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghotsar is 421882. The village covers a total geographical area of 220 hectares and falls under the 766106 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Ghotsar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nuapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghotsar
As per Census 2011, Ghotsar village has a total population of 898 people, consisting of 433 males and 465 females. The village has 208 households and a sex ratio of 1,073 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 485 literate and 413 illiterate residents. Additionally, 81 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 202 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghotsar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 898 | 433 | 465 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 47 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 37 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 202 | 103 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 485 | 297 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 413 | 136 | 277 |
Nearby Villages of Ghotsar
Ghotsar 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 Ghotsar
Public transport in the Ghotsar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Ghotsar is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Ghotsar is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghotsar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghotsar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghotsar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghotsar 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 Ghotsar
Where is Ghotsar located?
Ghotsar village is located in Komna Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghotsar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghotsar is Kureswar.
What is the pincode of Ghotsar?
The pincode of Ghotsar is 766106.
What is the population of Ghotsar?
Ghotsar has a total population of 898, including 433 males and 465 females.
How many households are there in Ghotsar?
There are 208 households in Ghotsar.
What is the literacy rate in Ghotsar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghotsar is 54.01%. Male literacy is 68.59% and female literacy is 40.43%.