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
According to the 2011 Census, Gitkhola village had a total population of 482 people, including 233 males and 249 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 1,069 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.80%, with male literacy at 71.29% and female literacy at 54.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 165.
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 | 482 | 233 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 24 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 79 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 482, including 233 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Gitkhola?
Gitkhola had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gitkhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gitkhola was 62.80%. Male literacy was 71.29% and female literacy was 54.46%.