Glata - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Glata is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 49 km from Gochhapada and around 54 km from Phulbani. Koirmandu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Glata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Glata is 415244. The village covers a total geographical area of 65 hectares and falls under the 762002 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Glata 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 Glata
As per Census 2011, Glata village has a total population of 214 people, consisting of 99 males and 115 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 1,161 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 61 literate and 153 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 184 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Glata are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 214 | 99 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 17 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 184 | 85 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 35 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 64 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Glata
Glata 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 Glata
Public transport in the Glata is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Glata is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Glata is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Glata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Glata village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Glata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Glata 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 Glata
Where is Glata located?
Glata village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Glata?
The Gram Panchayat of Glata is Koirmandu.
What is the pincode of Glata?
The pincode of Glata is 762002.
What is the population of Glata?
Glata has a total population of 214, including 99 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Glata?
There are 48 households in Glata.
What is the literacy rate in Glata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Glata is 28.50%. Male literacy is 35.35% and female literacy is 22.61%.