Ghikudiya - Dongargarh, Rajnandgaon
Ghikudiya is a village situated in the Dongargarh tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dongargarh and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Totalbharri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghikudiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghikudiya is 440539. The village covers a total geographical area of 243.89 hectares and falls under the 491445 pincode. Dongargarh is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Ghikudiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dongargarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghikudiya
According to the 2011 Census, Ghikudiya village had a total population of 83 people, including 35 males and 48 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,371 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.72%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 47.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 76.
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 | 83 | 35 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 3 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 32 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 24 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 11 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Ghikudiya
Ghikudiya 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 Ghikudiya
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Ghikudiya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Dongargarh to Ghikudiya is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Ghikudiya 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 Ghikudiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghikudiya 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 Ghikudiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghikudiya 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 Ghikudiya
Where is Ghikudiya located?
Ghikudiya village is located in Dongargarh Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghikudiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghikudiya is Totalbharri.
What is the pincode of Ghikudiya?
The pincode of Ghikudiya is 491445.
What is the population of Ghikudiya?
Ghikudiya had a total population of 83, including 35 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Ghikudiya?
Ghikudiya had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghikudiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghikudiya was 59.72%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 47.50%.