Ghatikonda

Ghatikonda is a village located in Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 60km away from sub-district headquarter Chitrakonda (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Malkangiri . As per 2009 stats, Gunthawada is the gram panchayat of Ghatikonda village.

Ghatikonda has its own place in the vibrant Malkangiri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Ghatikonda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghatikonda is 430653. The village spans a total geographical area of 177 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764052. Balimela is nearest town to Ghatikonda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

When it comes to local governance, Ghatikonda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Ghatikonda

Below is a concise population overview of Ghatikonda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 272 131 141
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 65 30 35
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 271 131 140
Literate Population 123 82 41
Illiterate Population 149 49 100

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghatikonda village:

  • The total population of Ghatikonda village is around 272, including approximately 131 males and 141 females, with a sex ratio of 1076 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 65 children aged 0–6 years in Ghatikonda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ghatikonda village has 271 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Ghatikonda village is about 45.22%, with male literacy at 62.60% and female literacy at 29.08%.
  • There are around 60 households in Ghatikonda village.

Connectivity of Ghatikonda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghatikonda. As per the 2011 stats, Ghatikonda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Ghatikonda

Knowing the nearby villages of Ghatikonda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghatikonda.

Frequently Asked Questions about Ghatikonda

Where is Ghatikonda located?
Ghatikonda village is situated in Chitrakonda Tehsil, within the Malkangiri district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghatikonda?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghatikonda is Gunthawada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ghatikonda?
The pincode of Ghatikonda is 764052, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ghatikonda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghatikonda is 272, with 131 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Ghatikonda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ghatikonda village has a total of 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghatikonda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghatikonda is 45.22%. The male literacy rate is 62.60%, while the female literacy rate is 29.08%.