Ghatikandagam - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Ghatikandagam is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from Nuagaon and around 90 km from Chatrapur. Bijaya Laxminarayanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghatikandagam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghatikandagam is 412969. The village covers a total geographical area of 90 hectares and falls under the 761011 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Ghatikandagam 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 Ghatikandagam
According to the 2011 Census, Ghatikandagam village had a total population of 75 people, including 43 males and 32 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 744 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.75%, with male literacy at 92.11% and female literacy at 93.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 69.
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 | 75 | 43 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 42 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 35 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 8 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Ghatikandagam
Ghatikandagam 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 Ghatikandagam
Public transport in the Ghatikandagam 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 Ghatikandagam is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Ghatikandagam 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 Ghatikandagam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghatikandagam 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 Ghatikandagam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghatikandagam 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 Ghatikandagam
Where is Ghatikandagam located?
Ghatikandagam village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghatikandagam?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghatikandagam is Bijaya Laxminarayanpur.
What is the pincode of Ghatikandagam?
The pincode of Ghatikandagam is 761011.
What is the population of Ghatikandagam?
Ghatikandagam had a total population of 75, including 43 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Ghatikandagam?
Ghatikandagam had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghatikandagam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghatikandagam was 92.75%. Male literacy was 92.11% and female literacy was 93.55%.