Ghatia - Ichagarh, Saraikela Kharsawan
Ghatia is a village situated in the Ichagarh subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district, Jharkhand. Lepatand serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghatia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghatia is 378950. The village covers a total geographical area of 151 hectares and falls under the 833216 pincode.
Ghatia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ichagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranchi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghatia
According to the 2011 Census, Ghatia village had a total population of 408 people, including 202 males and 206 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.44%, with male literacy at 50.88% and female literacy at 36.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 408 | 202 | 206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 31 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 87 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 259 | 115 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Ghatia
Ghatia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghatsila | South-West | 1.07 km |
| Budalong | North-East | 1.31 km |
| Chota Amra | South-East | 1.43 km |
| Kandebeda | North-West | 1.75 km |
| Kundrilong | West | 2.03 km |
| Hutup | South-West | 2.05 km |
| Salbani | East | 2.09 km |
| Bara Amra | South | 2.23 km |
| Silda | East | 2.56 km |
| Nadisai | South-West | 2.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghatia
Ghatia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bakarkudi, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Ghatia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghatia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghatia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghatia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghatia
Where is Ghatia located?
Ghatia village is located in Ichagarh Subdivision, Saraikela Kharsawan district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghatia?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghatia is Lepatand.
What is the pincode of Ghatia?
The pincode of Ghatia is 833216.
What is the population of Ghatia?
Ghatia had a total population of 408, including 202 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Ghatia?
Ghatia had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghatia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghatia was 43.44%. Male literacy was 50.88% and female literacy was 36.05%.