Ghusuriposh - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Ghusuriposh is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahunipara and around 185 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Sankhaposh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghusuriposh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghusuriposh is 384817. The village covers a total geographical area of 287 hectares and falls under the 770040 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Ghusuriposh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghusuriposh
As per Census 2011, Ghusuriposh village has a total population of 469 people, consisting of 226 males and 243 females. The village has 104 households and a sex ratio of 1,075 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 243 literate and 226 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 397 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghusuriposh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 469 | 226 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 41 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 397 | 186 | 211 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 131 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 95 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Ghusuriposh
Ghusuriposh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lauposh | North | 0.96 km |
| Arjunchuan | South-East | 1.61 km |
| Sankhaposh | West | 1.89 km |
| Rangalbeda | South-West | 1.97 km |
| San-rengalbeda | South | 2.28 km |
| Tetengagilla | West | 2.40 km |
| Pratappur | East | 2.44 km |
| Ambarudi | North | 2.50 km |
| Sankendudihi | South-West | 3.07 km |
| Sanbasubahal | South | 3.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghusuriposh
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ghusuriposh. The nearest railway station is Bimlagarh Junction, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.9 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 Raurkela to Ghusuriposh is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Ghusuriposh is about 185 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghusuriposh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghusuriposh 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 Ghusuriposh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghusuriposh 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 Ghusuriposh
Where is Ghusuriposh located?
Ghusuriposh village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghusuriposh?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghusuriposh is Sankhaposh.
What is the pincode of Ghusuriposh?
The pincode of Ghusuriposh is 770040.
What is the population of Ghusuriposh?
Ghusuriposh has a total population of 469, including 226 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Ghusuriposh?
There are 104 households in Ghusuriposh.
What is the literacy rate in Ghusuriposh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghusuriposh is 51.81%. Male literacy is 57.96% and female literacy is 46.09%.