Ghikundi - Ulunda, Sonepur
Ghikundi is a village situated in the Ulunda tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Biramaharajpur and around 15 km from Subarnapur. Jaloe serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghikundi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghikundi is 419341. The village covers a total geographical area of 152 hectares and falls under the 767018 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Ghikundi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Birmaharajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghikundi
As per Census 2011, Ghikundi village has a total population of 184 people, consisting of 89 males and 95 females. The village has 47 households and a sex ratio of 1,067 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 130 literate and 54 illiterate residents. Additionally, 117 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghikundi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 184 | 89 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 59 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 66 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 23 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Ghikundi
Ghikundi 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 Ghikundi
Ghikundi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Sonapur to Ghikundi is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Ghikundi is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghikundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghikundi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghikundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghikundi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Ghikundi
Where is Ghikundi located?
Ghikundi village is located in Ulunda Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghikundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghikundi is Jaloe.
What is the pincode of Ghikundi?
The pincode of Ghikundi is 767018.
What is the population of Ghikundi?
Ghikundi has a total population of 184, including 89 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Ghikundi?
There are 47 households in Ghikundi.
What is the literacy rate in Ghikundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghikundi is 70.65%. Male literacy is 74.16% and female literacy is 67.37%.