Ghotulbeda - Antagarh, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Ghotulbeda is a village situated in the Antagarh tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Antagarh and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Bondanar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghotulbeda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghotulbeda is 448064. The village covers a total geographical area of 129.35 hectares and falls under the 494665 pincode. Antagarh is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Ghotulbeda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghotulbeda
According to the 2011 Census, Ghotulbeda village had a total population of 310 people, including 168 males and 142 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 845 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.61%, with male literacy at 91.67% and female literacy at 63.96%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 271.
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 | 310 | 168 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 24 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 271 | 149 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 203 | 132 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 36 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Ghotulbeda
Ghotulbeda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bondanar | East | 1.00 km |
| Hoyechur | South | 2.53 km |
| Kursel | North-West | 2.54 km |
| Kaleparas | East | 2.80 km |
| Muramer | North-East | 3.42 km |
| Amakada | North-East | 4.00 km |
| Gondbinapal | North | 4.16 km |
| Kachwar | South-East | 4.45 km |
| Gunjnar | South-East | 4.46 km |
| Taralkatta | North | 4.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghotulbeda
Ghotulbeda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Antagarh to Ghotulbeda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Ghotulbeda is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghotulbeda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghotulbeda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghotulbeda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghotulbeda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghotulbeda
Where is Ghotulbeda located?
Ghotulbeda village is located in Antagarh Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghotulbeda?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghotulbeda is Bondanar.
What is the pincode of Ghotulbeda?
The pincode of Ghotulbeda is 494665.
What is the population of Ghotulbeda?
Ghotulbeda had a total population of 310, including 168 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Ghotulbeda?
Ghotulbeda had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghotulbeda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghotulbeda was 79.61%. Male literacy was 91.67% and female literacy was 63.96%.