Ghatiambagam - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Ghatiambagam is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 55 km from Nuagaon and around 85 km from Chatrapur. Bijaya Laxminarayanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghatiambagam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghatiambagam is 412970. The village covers a total geographical area of 104 hectares and falls under the 761011 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Ghatiambagam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digapahandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghatiambagam
As per Census 2011, Ghatiambagam village has a total population of 90 people, consisting of 46 males and 44 females. The village has 17 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 53 literate and 37 illiterate residents. Additionally, 90 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghatiambagam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 90 | 46 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 46 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 34 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 12 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Ghatiambagam
Ghatiambagam 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 Ghatiambagam
Public transport in the Ghatiambagam is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Ghatiambagam is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Ghatiambagam is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghatiambagam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghatiambagam 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghatiambagam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghatiambagam 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 Ghatiambagam
Where is Ghatiambagam located?
Ghatiambagam village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghatiambagam?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghatiambagam is Bijaya Laxminarayanpur.
What is the pincode of Ghatiambagam?
The pincode of Ghatiambagam is 761011.
What is the population of Ghatiambagam?
Ghatiambagam has a total population of 90, including 46 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Ghatiambagam?
There are 17 households in Ghatiambagam.
What is the literacy rate in Ghatiambagam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghatiambagam is 58.89%. Male literacy is 73.91% and female literacy is 43.18%.