Ghatarla - Kotpad, Koraput
Ghatarla is a village situated in the Kotpad tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotpad and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Bobeya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghatarla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghatarla is 428191. The village covers a total geographical area of 181 hectares and falls under the 764058 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ghatarla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghatarla
As per Census 2011, Ghatarla village has a total population of 755 people, consisting of 365 males and 390 females. The village has 178 households and a sex ratio of 1,068 females per 1,000 males. There are 153 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 250 literate and 505 illiterate residents. Additionally, 148 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 506 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghatarla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 755 | 365 | 390 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 72 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 72 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 506 | 240 | 266 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 180 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 505 | 185 | 320 |
Nearby Villages of Ghatarla
Ghatarla is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bobiya | South-West | 1.05 km |
| Bagchuan | East | 1.61 km |
| Ghuragam | North | 2.78 km |
| Chichiliput | North-West | 3.52 km |
| Charamula(choramula) | East | 3.58 km |
| Siuniguda | South-West | 3.65 km |
| Makaput | East | 3.66 km |
| Raniguda | South-West | 3.94 km |
| Mundipodar | South-East | 4.01 km |
| Sargiguda | South | 4.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghatarla
Ghatarla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Charamula Kusum, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Ghatarla is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Ghatarla is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghatarla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghatarla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghatarla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghatarla 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 Ghatarla
Where is Ghatarla located?
Ghatarla village is located in Kotpad Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghatarla?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghatarla is Bobeya.
What is the pincode of Ghatarla?
The pincode of Ghatarla is 764058.
What is the population of Ghatarla?
Ghatarla has a total population of 755, including 365 males and 390 females.
How many households are there in Ghatarla?
There are 178 households in Ghatarla.
What is the literacy rate in Ghatarla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghatarla is 33.11%. Male literacy is 49.32% and female literacy is 17.95%.