Ghogopadar - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Ghogopadar is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Bishamakatak and around 95 km from Rayagada . Piskapanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghogopadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghogopadar is 425176. The village covers a total geographical area of 206 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Ghogopadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghogopadar
According to the 2011 Census, Ghogopadar village had a total population of 215 people, including 108 males and 107 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.67%, with male literacy at 74.16% and female literacy at 45.65%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 90.
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 | 215 | 108 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 48 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 108 | 66 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 42 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Ghogopadar
Ghogopadar 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 Ghogopadar
Public transport in the Ghogopadar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Rayagada to Ghogopadar is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Ghogopadar is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghogopadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghogopadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghogopadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghogopadar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ghogopadar
Where is Ghogopadar located?
Ghogopadar village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghogopadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghogopadar is Piskapanga.
What is the pincode of Ghogopadar?
The pincode of Ghogopadar is 765019.
What is the population of Ghogopadar?
Ghogopadar had a total population of 215, including 108 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Ghogopadar?
Ghogopadar had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghogopadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghogopadar was 59.67%. Male literacy was 74.16% and female literacy was 45.65%.