Ghatuda - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Ghatuda is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Ghatora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghatuda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghatuda is 041481. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.3 hectares and falls under the 246444 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Ghatuda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghatuda
According to the 2011 Census, Ghatuda village had a total population of 238 people, including 112 males and 126 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 1,125 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.41%, with male literacy at 98.97% and female literacy at 75.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27.
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 | 238 | 112 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 96 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 16 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Ghatuda
Ghatuda 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 Ghatuda
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Ghatuda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Ghatuda is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Ghatuda is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghatuda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghatuda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghatuda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghatuda 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 Ghatuda
Where is Ghatuda located?
Ghatuda village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghatuda?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghatuda is Ghatora.
What is the pincode of Ghatuda?
The pincode of Ghatuda is 246444.
What is the population of Ghatuda?
Ghatuda had a total population of 238, including 112 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Ghatuda?
Ghatuda had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghatuda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghatuda was 86.41%. Male literacy was 98.97% and female literacy was 75.23%.