Gitkhola - Bhograi, Balasore
Gitkhola is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from Bhograi and around 90 km from Baleshwar. Rasolpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gitkhola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gitkhola is 391743. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 756038 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Gitkhola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gitkhola
As per Census 2011, Gitkhola village has a total population of 482 people, consisting of 233 males and 249 females. The village has 111 households and a sex ratio of 1,068 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 265 literate and 217 illiterate residents. Additionally, 165 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gitkhola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 482 | 233 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 24 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 79 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 265 | 149 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 84 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Gitkhola
Gitkhola 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 Gitkhola
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gitkhola.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Gitkhola is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Gitkhola is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gitkhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gitkhola 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gitkhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gitkhola 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gitkhola
Where is Gitkhola located?
Gitkhola village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gitkhola?
The Gram Panchayat of Gitkhola is Rasolpur.
What is the pincode of Gitkhola?
The pincode of Gitkhola is 756038.
What is the population of Gitkhola?
Gitkhola has a total population of 482, including 233 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Gitkhola?
There are 111 households in Gitkhola.
What is the literacy rate in Gitkhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gitkhola is 54.98%. Male literacy is 63.95% and female literacy is 46.59%.