Ghatiguda - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Ghatiguda is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 106 km from Kalimela and around 82 km from Malkangiri . Kurumanuru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghatiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghatiguda is 431026. The village covers a total geographical area of 120 hectares and falls under the 764086 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Ghatiguda 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 Ghatiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Ghatiguda village had a total population of 105 people, including 53 males and 52 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.86%, with male literacy at 70.73% and female literacy at 16.28%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 105.
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 | 105 | 53 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 105 | 53 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 29 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 24 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Ghatiguda
Ghatiguda 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 Ghatiguda
Ghatiguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Balimela to Ghatiguda is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Ghatiguda 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 Ghatiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghatiguda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghatiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghatiguda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghatiguda
Where is Ghatiguda located?
Ghatiguda village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghatiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghatiguda is Kurumanuru.
What is the pincode of Ghatiguda?
The pincode of Ghatiguda is 764086.
What is the population of Ghatiguda?
Ghatiguda had a total population of 105, including 53 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Ghatiguda?
Ghatiguda had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghatiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghatiguda was 42.86%. Male literacy was 70.73% and female literacy was 16.28%.