Gatasuga - Chakapada, Kandhamal
Gatasuga is a village situated in the Chakapada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakapada and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Pasara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gatasuga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gatasuga is 416034. The village covers a total geographical area of 168 hectares and falls under the 762028 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Gatasuga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gatasuga
As per Census 2011, Gatasuga village has a total population of 78 people, consisting of 40 males and 38 females. The village has 21 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 36 literate and 42 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 63 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gatasuga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 78 | 40 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 33 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 24 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 16 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Gatasuga
Gatasuga 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 Gatasuga
Gatasuga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 G. Udayagiri to Gatasuga is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gatasuga is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gatasuga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gatasuga 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gatasuga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gatasuga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gatasuga
Where is Gatasuga located?
Gatasuga village is located in Chakapada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gatasuga?
The Gram Panchayat of Gatasuga is Pasara.
What is the pincode of Gatasuga?
The pincode of Gatasuga is 762028.
What is the population of Gatasuga?
Gatasuga has a total population of 78, including 40 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Gatasuga?
There are 21 households in Gatasuga.
What is the literacy rate in Gatasuga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gatasuga is 46.15%. Male literacy is 60.00% and female literacy is 31.58%.