Ghotuguda - Sinapali, Nuapada
Ghotuguda is a village situated in the Sinapali tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sinapali and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Ghantiguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghotuguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghotuguda is 422196. The village covers a total geographical area of 294 hectares and falls under the 766108 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Ghotuguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khariar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghotuguda
As per Census 2011, Ghotuguda village has a total population of 1,285 people, consisting of 638 males and 647 females. The village has 367 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 200 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 503 literate and 782 illiterate residents. Additionally, 89 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 104 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghotuguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,285 | 638 | 647 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 102 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 46 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 52 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 503 | 340 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 782 | 298 | 484 |
Nearby Villages of Ghotuguda
Ghotuguda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chalna | East | 1.94 km |
| Nandagaon | North | 2.06 km |
| Chancharabhata | South-East | 2.24 km |
| Karlapani | South-West | 2.44 km |
| Jogibahal | North-East | 2.63 km |
| Kapsi | West | 3.27 km |
| Barpadar | South | 3.46 km |
| Kopia | North-East | 3.53 km |
| Bharuamunda | South | 3.77 km |
| Govindapur | South | 4.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghotuguda
Ghotuguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khariar Road to Ghotuguda is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Ghotuguda is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghotuguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghotuguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghotuguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghotuguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Ghotuguda
Where is Ghotuguda located?
Ghotuguda village is located in Sinapali Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghotuguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghotuguda is Ghantiguda.
What is the pincode of Ghotuguda?
The pincode of Ghotuguda is 766108.
What is the population of Ghotuguda?
Ghotuguda has a total population of 1,285, including 638 males and 647 females.
How many households are there in Ghotuguda?
There are 367 households in Ghotuguda.
What is the literacy rate in Ghotuguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghotuguda is 39.14%. Male literacy is 53.29% and female literacy is 25.19%.