Ghatkonda - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Ghatkonda is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrakonda and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Gunthawada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghatkonda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghatkonda is 430653. The village covers a total geographical area of 177 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Ghatkonda 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 Ghatkonda
As per Census 2011, Ghatkonda village has a total population of 272 people, consisting of 131 males and 141 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 1,076 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 123 literate and 149 illiterate residents. Additionally, 271 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghatkonda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 272 | 131 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 30 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 271 | 131 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 82 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 49 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Ghatkonda
Ghatkonda 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 Ghatkonda
Ghatkonda 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 >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 Ghatkonda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Ghatkonda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghatkonda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghatkonda 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 Ghatkonda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghatkonda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghatkonda
Where is Ghatkonda located?
Ghatkonda village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghatkonda?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghatkonda is Gunthawada.
What is the pincode of Ghatkonda?
The pincode of Ghatkonda is 764052.
What is the population of Ghatkonda?
Ghatkonda has a total population of 272, including 131 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Ghatkonda?
There are 60 households in Ghatkonda.
What is the literacy rate in Ghatkonda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghatkonda is 45.22%. Male literacy is 62.60% and female literacy is 29.08%.