Ghosapadi - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Ghosapadi is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kankubadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghosapadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghosapadi is 425357. The village covers a total geographical area of 428 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Ghosapadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghosapadi
As per Census 2011, Ghosapadi village has a total population of 430 people, consisting of 192 males and 238 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 1,239 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 110 literate and 320 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 353 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghosapadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 430 | 192 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 31 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 31 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 353 | 149 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 60 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 320 | 132 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Ghosapadi
Ghosapadi 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 Ghosapadi
Ghosapadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ghosapadi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gunupur to Ghosapadi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Ghosapadi is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghosapadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghosapadi 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 Ghosapadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghosapadi 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 Ghosapadi
Where is Ghosapadi located?
Ghosapadi village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghosapadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghosapadi is Kankubadi.
What is the pincode of Ghosapadi?
The pincode of Ghosapadi is 765019.
What is the population of Ghosapadi?
Ghosapadi has a total population of 430, including 192 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Ghosapadi?
There are 108 households in Ghosapadi.
What is the literacy rate in Ghosapadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghosapadi is 25.58%. Male literacy is 31.25% and female literacy is 21.01%.