Ghantamal - Rengali, Sambalpur
Ghantamal is a village situated in the Rengali tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 47 km from Katarbaga and around 47 km from Sambalpur. Kinaloi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghantamal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghantamal is 381652. The village covers a total geographical area of 264 hectares and falls under the 768214 pincode. Sambalpur is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Ghantamal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rengali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghantamal
As per Census 2011, Ghantamal village has a total population of 666 people, consisting of 327 males and 339 females. The village has 169 households and a sex ratio of 1,036 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 447 literate and 219 illiterate residents. Additionally, 162 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 432 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghantamal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 666 | 327 | 339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 33 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 162 | 86 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 432 | 205 | 227 |
| Literate Population | 447 | 248 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 79 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Ghantamal
Ghantamal 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 Ghantamal
Public transport in the Ghantamal is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Sambalpur to Ghantamal is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Ghantamal is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghantamal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghantamal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghantamal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghantamal 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghantamal
Where is Ghantamal located?
Ghantamal village is located in Rengali Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghantamal?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghantamal is Kinaloi.
What is the pincode of Ghantamal?
The pincode of Ghantamal is 768214.
What is the population of Ghantamal?
Ghantamal has a total population of 666, including 327 males and 339 females.
How many households are there in Ghantamal?
There are 169 households in Ghantamal.
What is the literacy rate in Ghantamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghantamal is 67.12%. Male literacy is 75.84% and female literacy is 58.70%.