Ghatiali Village Overview
Ghatiali is a village in Arsha tehsil of Puruliya district, West Bengal. It lies about 19.4 km from Sirkabad tehsil headquarters and around 41.2 km from Purulia district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Hetgugui is the Gram Panchayat for Ghatiali village.
The sections below provide essential information about Ghatiali village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghatiali is 331161. The village covers a geographical area of 295.42 hectares and has a pincode of 723201. Bokaro is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Ghatiali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head of the village. For political representation, the village falls under the Baghmundi Vidhan Sabha constituency and the Purulia Lok Sabha constituency. The local administration looks after basic civic facilities and development activities within the village.
Location Map of Ghatiali
Population & Demographics of Ghatiali
This section provides population and demographic details of Ghatiali village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 329 | 162 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 30 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 315 | 153 | 162 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 72 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 90 | 119 |
Key population details of Ghatiali village are given below:
- Ghatiali village is a small village with a total population of around 329, including approximately 162 males and 167 females, with a sex ratio of 1030 females per 1,000 males.
- Children aged 0–6 years form a notable share of the village population.
- 315 residents belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy level of Ghatiali village is low, with a literacy rate of about 36.47%.
- There are around 70 households in Ghatiali village.
Transport & Connectivity of Ghatiali
Transport facilities help residents of Ghatiali village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghatiali
The following villages are located close to Ghatiali and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghatiali
- Where is Ghatiali located?
- Ghatiali village is located in Arsha Subdivision, Puruliya district, West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghatiali?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ghatiali is Hetgugui (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Ghatiali?
- The pincode of Ghatiali is 723201.
- What is the population of Ghatiali?
- Ghatiali has a total population of 329, including 162 males and 167 females.
- How many households are there in Ghatiali?
- There are 70 households in Ghatiali.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghatiali?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghatiali is 36.47%. Male literacy is 44.44% and female literacy is 28.74%.