Ghangarapada - Muniguda, Rayagada
Ghangarapada is a village situated in the Muniguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Muniguda and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Telengapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghangarapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghangarapada is 424910. The village covers a total geographical area of 244 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Ghangarapada 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 Ghangarapada
According to the 2011 Census, Ghangarapada village had a total population of 351 people, including 176 males and 175 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.82%, with male literacy at 57.72% and female literacy at 32.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 76, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 266.
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 | 351 | 176 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 27 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 37 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 266 | 136 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 86 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 90 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Ghangarapada
Ghangarapada 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 Ghangarapada
Ghangarapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ghangarapada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Ghangarapada is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Ghangarapada is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghangarapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghangarapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghangarapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghangarapada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghangarapada
Where is Ghangarapada located?
Ghangarapada village is located in Muniguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghangarapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghangarapada is Telengapadar.
What is the pincode of Ghangarapada?
The pincode of Ghangarapada is 765020.
What is the population of Ghangarapada?
Ghangarapada had a total population of 351, including 176 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Ghangarapada?
Ghangarapada had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghangarapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghangarapada was 44.82%. Male literacy was 57.72% and female literacy was 32.00%.