Gatigura - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Gatigura is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Balipeta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gatigura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gatigura is 428613. The village covers a total geographical area of 130 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Gatigura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gatigura
According to the 2011 Census, Gatigura village had a total population of 515 people, including 261 males and 254 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.34%, with male literacy at 45.00% and female literacy at 16.51%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 493.
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 | 515 | 261 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 61 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 493 | 248 | 245 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 90 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 390 | 171 | 219 |
Nearby Villages of Gatigura
Gatigura 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 Gatigura
Public transport in the Gatigura 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Gatigura is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Gatigura is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gatigura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gatigura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gatigura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gatigura 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Gatigura
Where is Gatigura located?
Gatigura village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gatigura?
The Gram Panchayat of Gatigura is Balipeta.
What is the pincode of Gatigura?
The pincode of Gatigura is 764014.
What is the population of Gatigura?
Gatigura had a total population of 515, including 261 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Gatigura?
Gatigura had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gatigura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gatigura was 30.34%. Male literacy was 45.00% and female literacy was 16.51%.