Gatingia - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Gatingia is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Barakhama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gatingia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gatingia is 416603. The village covers a total geographical area of 173 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 83 km away.
Gatingia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gatingia
According to the 2011 Census, Gatingia village had a total population of 224 people, including 113 males and 111 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.95%, with male literacy at 64.77% and female literacy at 30.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 160.
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 | 224 | 113 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 25 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 160 | 80 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 57 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 56 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Gatingia
Gatingia 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 Gatingia
Public transport in the Gatingia is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 G. Udayagiri to Gatingia is about 83 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gatingia is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gatingia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gatingia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gatingia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gatingia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gatingia
Where is Gatingia located?
Gatingia village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gatingia?
The Gram Panchayat of Gatingia is Barakhama.
What is the pincode of Gatingia?
The pincode of Gatingia is 762110.
What is the population of Gatingia?
Gatingia had a total population of 224, including 113 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Gatingia?
Gatingia had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gatingia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gatingia was 47.95%. Male literacy was 64.77% and female literacy was 30.12%.