Ghatigam - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Ghatigam is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 55 km from Phulabani and around 23 km from Phulbani. Sudrukumpa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghatigam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghatigam is 415386. The village covers a total geographical area of 79 hectares and falls under the 762023 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Ghatigam 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 Ghatigam
According to the 2011 Census, Ghatigam village had a total population of 11 people, including 6 males and 5 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 833 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.00%, with male literacy at 50.00% and female literacy at 25.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 3 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Ghatigam
Ghatigam 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 Ghatigam
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ghatigam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Phulabani to Ghatigam is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Ghatigam is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghatigam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghatigam 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 Ghatigam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghatigam 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 Ghatigam
Where is Ghatigam located?
Ghatigam village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghatigam?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghatigam is Sudrukumpa.
What is the pincode of Ghatigam?
The pincode of Ghatigam is 762023.
What is the population of Ghatigam?
Ghatigam had a total population of 11, including 6 males and 5 females.
How many households are there in Ghatigam?
Ghatigam had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghatigam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghatigam was 40.00%. Male literacy was 50.00% and female literacy was 25.00%.