Ghosaraguda - Jamankira, Sambalpur
Ghosaraguda is a village situated in the Jamankira tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamankira and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Tiklipada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghosaraguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghosaraguda is 381938. The village covers a total geographical area of 521 hectares and falls under the 768107 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Ghosaraguda 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 Ghosaraguda
As per Census 2011, Ghosaraguda village has a total population of 569 people, consisting of 285 males and 284 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 313 literate and 256 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 467 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghosaraguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 569 | 285 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 41 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 467 | 236 | 231 |
| Literate Population | 313 | 185 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 256 | 100 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Ghosaraguda
Ghosaraguda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhaleni | North | 0.84 km |
| Junadihi | North | 2.20 km |
| Barhamunda | North-East | 2.23 km |
| Rengalbeda | West | 2.42 km |
| Jemamal | East | 2.51 km |
| Tiklipada | South-West | 2.55 km |
| Kansar | South-East | 2.79 km |
| Junani | North-West | 3.31 km |
| Chhatabar | West | 3.43 km |
| Baghiachuan | North | 3.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghosaraguda
Public transport in the Ghosaraguda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sason, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kochinda to Ghosaraguda is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Ghosaraguda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghosaraguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghosaraguda 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 Ghosaraguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghosaraguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghosaraguda
Where is Ghosaraguda located?
Ghosaraguda village is located in Jamankira Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghosaraguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghosaraguda is Tiklipada.
What is the pincode of Ghosaraguda?
The pincode of Ghosaraguda is 768107.
What is the population of Ghosaraguda?
Ghosaraguda has a total population of 569, including 285 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Ghosaraguda?
There are 136 households in Ghosaraguda.
What is the literacy rate in Ghosaraguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghosaraguda is 55.01%. Male literacy is 64.91% and female literacy is 45.07%.