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
As per Census 2011, Ghagadabandha village has a total population of 209 people, consisting of 101 males and 108 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 1,069 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 78 literate and 131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 194 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghagadabandha are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 209, including 101 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Ghagadabandha?
There are 52 households in Ghagadabandha.
What is the literacy rate in Ghagadabandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghagadabandha is 37.32%. Male literacy is 51.49% and female literacy is 24.07%.