Gantab - Jamankira, Sambalpur
Gantab is a village situated in the Jamankira tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamankira and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Badarama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gantab village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gantab is 381977. The village covers a total geographical area of 323 hectares and falls under the 768107 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Gantab village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gantab
As per Census 2011, Gantab village has a total population of 196 people, consisting of 94 males and 102 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 1,085 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 81 literate and 115 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 155 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gantab are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 196 | 94 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 10 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 155 | 73 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 52 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 42 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Gantab
Gantab 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 Gantab
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gantab.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kochinda to Gantab is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Gantab is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gantab
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gantab village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gantab
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gantab village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gantab
Where is Gantab located?
Gantab village is located in Jamankira Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gantab?
The Gram Panchayat of Gantab is Badarama.
What is the pincode of Gantab?
The pincode of Gantab is 768107.
What is the population of Gantab?
Gantab has a total population of 196, including 94 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Gantab?
There are 48 households in Gantab.
What is the literacy rate in Gantab?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gantab is 41.33%. Male literacy is 55.32% and female literacy is 28.43%.