Getijharan - Lathikata, Sundargarh
Getijharan is a village situated in the Lathikata tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lathikata and around 124 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Ramjodi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Getijharan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Getijharan is 384627. The village covers a total geographical area of 83 hectares and falls under the 770037 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Getijharan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raghunathpali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Getijharan
According to the 2011 Census, Getijharan village had a total population of 258 people, including 144 males and 114 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 792 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.40%, with male literacy at 67.50% and female literacy at 53.68%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 255.
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 | 258 | 144 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 24 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 255 | 143 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 81 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 63 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Getijharan
Getijharan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baliamba | South-West | 1.63 km |
| Betjharan | South | 2.21 km |
| Matkamjharan | South-West | 2.57 km |
| Patobeda | West | 3.29 km |
| Sanambajharan | South-West | 3.97 km |
| Badramloi | North | 4.66 km |
| Ambajharan | South-West | 5.03 km |
| Jangidiri | South-West | 5.45 km |
| Ramjodi | West | 5.78 km |
| Hariharpur | North | 6.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Getijharan
Getijharan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bisra, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.1 km.
| 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 Raurkela to Getijharan is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Getijharan is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Getijharan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Getijharan 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Getijharan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Getijharan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Getijharan
Where is Getijharan located?
Getijharan village is located in Lathikata Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Getijharan?
The Gram Panchayat of Getijharan is Ramjodi.
What is the pincode of Getijharan?
The pincode of Getijharan is 770037.
What is the population of Getijharan?
Getijharan had a total population of 258, including 144 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Getijharan?
Getijharan had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Getijharan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Getijharan was 61.40%. Male literacy was 67.50% and female literacy was 53.68%.