Ghatiguda - Kashipur, Rayagada
Ghatiguda is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from Doraguda and around 80 km from Rayagada . Dongasil serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghatiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghatiguda is 426132. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 78 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 Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghatiguda
As per Census 2011, Ghatiguda village has a total population of 130 people, consisting of 66 males and 64 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 16 literate and 114 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghatiguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 130 | 66 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 9 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 56 | 58 |
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
Public transport in the Ghatiguda 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 Rayagada to Ghatiguda is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Ghatiguda is about 80 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 >10 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 >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 Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghatiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghatiguda is Dongasil.
What is the pincode of Ghatiguda?
The pincode of Ghatiguda is 765015.
What is the population of Ghatiguda?
Ghatiguda has a total population of 130, including 66 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Ghatiguda?
There are 40 households in Ghatiguda.
What is the literacy rate in Ghatiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghatiguda is 12.31%. Male literacy is 15.15% and female literacy is 9.38%.