Ghagadabandha - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Ghagadabandha is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 57 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrakonda and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Nuaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghagadabandha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghagadabandha is 430652. The village covers a total geographical area of 310 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Ghagadabandha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghagadabandha
According to the 2011 Census, Ghagadabandha village had a total population of 209 people, including 101 males and 108 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 1,069 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.61%, with male literacy at 63.41% and female literacy at 29.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 194.
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 | 209 | 101 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 194 | 94 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 52 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 49 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Ghagadabandha
Ghagadabandha 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 Ghagadabandha
Ghagadabandha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Balimela to Ghagadabandha is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Ghagadabandha is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghagadabandha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghagadabandha 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 Ghagadabandha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghagadabandha 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 Ghagadabandha
Where is Ghagadabandha located?
Ghagadabandha village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghagadabandha?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghagadabandha is Nuaguda.
What is the pincode of Ghagadabandha?
The pincode of Ghagadabandha is 764052.
What is the population of Ghagadabandha?
Ghagadabandha had a total population of 209, including 101 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Ghagadabandha?
Ghagadabandha had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghagadabandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghagadabandha was 45.61%. Male literacy was 63.41% and female literacy was 29.21%.