Ghutia - Gopiballavpur - II, Jhargram
Ghutia is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Nota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghutia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghutia is 340419. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.86 hectares and falls under the 721506 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Ghutia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nayagram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghutia
As per Census 2011, Ghutia village has a total population of 637 people, consisting of 325 males and 312 females. The village has 150 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 427 literate and 210 illiterate residents. Additionally, 437 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghutia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 637 | 325 | 312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 35 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 437 | 218 | 219 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 427 | 254 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 71 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Ghutia
Ghutia 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 Ghutia
Ghutia 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Ghutia is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghutia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghutia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Ghutia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghutia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghutia
Where is Ghutia located?
Ghutia village is located in Gopiballavpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghutia?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghutia is Nota.
What is the pincode of Ghutia?
The pincode of Ghutia is 721506.
What is the population of Ghutia?
Ghutia has a total population of 637, including 325 males and 312 females.
How many households are there in Ghutia?
There are 150 households in Ghutia.
What is the literacy rate in Ghutia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghutia is 67.03%. Male literacy is 78.15% and female literacy is 55.45%.