Ghatikana

Ghatikana is a village located in Sadar tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Sadar (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Kalam is the gram panchayat of Ghatikana village.

Ghatikana has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Ghatikana

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghatikana is 423287. The village spans a total geographical area of 12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766001. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to Ghatikana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.

When it comes to local governance, Ghatikana village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhawanipatna Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Ghatikana

Below is a concise population overview of Ghatikana as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 27 14 13
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 4 3 1
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 19 9 10
Literate Population 13 8 5
Illiterate Population 14 6 8

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghatikana village:

  • The total population of Ghatikana village is around 27, including approximately 14 males and 13 females, with a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 4 children aged 0–6 years in Ghatikana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ghatikana village has 19 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Ghatikana village is about 48.15%, with male literacy at 57.14% and female literacy at 38.46%.
  • There are around 8 households in Ghatikana village.

Connectivity of Ghatikana

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghatikana. As per the 2011 stats, Ghatikana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Ghatikana

Knowing the nearby villages of Ghatikana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghatikana.

Pastipada Bhikajharan Tentulipada Themera Bileikuni Kholandi Palsijharan Dungipunga Karlaguda Goipita Kukudabodhi

Frequently Asked Questions about Ghatikana

Where is Ghatikana located?
Ghatikana village is situated in Sadar Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghatikana?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghatikana is Kalam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ghatikana?
The pincode of Ghatikana is 766001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ghatikana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghatikana is 27, with 14 males and 13 females.
How many households are there in Ghatikana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ghatikana village has a total of 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghatikana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghatikana is 48.15%. The male literacy rate is 57.14%, while the female literacy rate is 38.46%.