Ghantchhapal - Biramitrapur, Sundargarh
Ghantchhapal is a village situated in the Biramitrapur tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 38 km from Raiboga and around 126 km from Sundargarh. Kadobahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghantchhapal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghantchhapal is 384276. The village covers a total geographical area of 679 hectares and falls under the 770036 pincode. Biramitrapur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ghantchhapal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Biramitrapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghantchhapal
As per Census 2011, Ghantchhapal village has a total population of 1,252 people, consisting of 628 males and 624 females. The village has 289 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 174 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 655 literate and 597 illiterate residents. Additionally, 125 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,019 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghantchhapal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,252 | 628 | 624 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 96 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 64 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,019 | 507 | 512 |
| Literate Population | 655 | 360 | 295 |
| Illiterate Population | 597 | 268 | 329 |
Nearby Villages of Ghantchhapal
Ghantchhapal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bileigarh | West | 2.07 km |
| Indrapur | North | 2.24 km |
| Ghaghari | South-East | 2.51 km |
| Pratappur | West | 2.95 km |
| Andhari | East | 3.06 km |
| Patrapali | North | 3.58 km |
| Bhalulata | North-West | 3.59 km |
| Kadobahal | South-West | 3.90 km |
| Kachhupani | North | 4.16 km |
| Bhukumunda | North | 4.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghantchhapal
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ghantchhapal. The nearest railway station is Biramitrapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Biramitrapur to Ghantchhapal is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Ghantchhapal is about 126 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghantchhapal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghantchhapal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghantchhapal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghantchhapal 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 Ghantchhapal
Where is Ghantchhapal located?
Ghantchhapal village is located in Biramitrapur Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghantchhapal?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghantchhapal is Kadobahal.
What is the pincode of Ghantchhapal?
The pincode of Ghantchhapal is 770036.
What is the population of Ghantchhapal?
Ghantchhapal has a total population of 1,252, including 628 males and 624 females.
How many households are there in Ghantchhapal?
There are 289 households in Ghantchhapal.
What is the literacy rate in Ghantchhapal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghantchhapal is 52.32%. Male literacy is 57.32% and female literacy is 47.28%.