Ghosaramal - Naktideul, Sambalpur
Ghosaramal is a village situated in the Naktideul tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Rairakhol and around 94 km from Sambalpur. Ghosaramal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghosaramal is 382396. The village covers a total geographical area of 431 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ghosaramal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghosaramal
According to the 2011 Census, Ghosaramal village had a total population of 873 people, including 430 males and 443 females, living in 224 households. The sex ratio was 1,030 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.23%, with male literacy at 92.95% and female literacy at 70.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 117, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 24.
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 | 873 | 430 | 443 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 61 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 57 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 16 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 619 | 343 | 276 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 87 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Ghosaramal
Ghosaramal 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 Ghosaramal
Public transport in the Ghosaramal is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Redhakhol to Ghosaramal is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Ghosaramal is about 94 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 Ghosaramal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghosaramal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghosaramal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghosaramal 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 Ghosaramal
Where is Ghosaramal located?
Ghosaramal village is located in Naktideul Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghosaramal?
Ghosaramal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghosaramal?
The pincode of Ghosaramal is 768106.
What is the population of Ghosaramal?
Ghosaramal had a total population of 873, including 430 males and 443 females.
How many households are there in Ghosaramal?
Ghosaramal had 224 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghosaramal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghosaramal was 81.23%. Male literacy was 92.95% and female literacy was 70.23%.