Ghutia - Jamboni, Jhargram
Ghutia is a village situated in the Jamboni subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Chinchra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghutia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghutia is 340333. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.75 hectares and falls under the 721503 pincode. Jhargarm is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Ghutia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghutia
As per Census 2011, Ghutia village has a total population of 1,588 people, consisting of 820 males and 768 females. The village has 384 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 167 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,123 literate and 465 illiterate residents. Additionally, 500 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghutia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,588 | 820 | 768 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 88 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 500 | 253 | 247 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,123 | 633 | 490 |
| Illiterate Population | 465 | 187 | 278 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Ghutia. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ghutia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargarm to Ghutia is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ghutia
Where is Ghutia located?
Ghutia village is located in Jamboni Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghutia?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghutia is Chinchra.
What is the pincode of Ghutia?
The pincode of Ghutia is 721503.
What is the population of Ghutia?
Ghutia has a total population of 1,588, including 820 males and 768 females.
How many households are there in Ghutia?
There are 384 households in Ghutia.
What is the literacy rate in Ghutia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghutia is 70.72%. Male literacy is 77.20% and female literacy is 63.80%.