Garagadabahal - Kishorenagar, Angul
Garagadabahal is a village situated in the Kishorenagar tehsil of Angul district, Odisha. It is located approximately 43 km from Kishorenagar and around 90 km from Anugul . Osakapali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garagadabahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garagadabahal is 404666. The village covers a total geographical area of 266 hectares and falls under the 759126 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Garagadabahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Athmallik Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garagadabahal
According to the 2011 Census, Garagadabahal village had a total population of 356 people, including 194 males and 162 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 835 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.24%, with male literacy at 77.58% and female literacy at 63.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 356 | 194 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 29 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 218 | 128 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 66 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Garagadabahal
Garagadabahal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahulmal | South-East | 1.39 km |
| Dadarapali | South-West | 1.70 km |
| Oskapali | East | 1.84 km |
| Balijereng | South-West | 1.91 km |
| Karamulakata | South-East | 2.04 km |
| Patakhaman | North-West | 2.20 km |
| Budhipani | North-West | 2.68 km |
| Dalimura | North-East | 2.87 km |
| Jhinkibahal | North | 2.91 km |
| Baradamaliha | South-East | 2.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garagadabahal
Garagadabahal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bamur, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Redhakhol to Garagadabahal is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anugul to Garagadabahal is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garagadabahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garagadabahal 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garagadabahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garagadabahal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Garagadabahal
Where is Garagadabahal located?
Garagadabahal village is located in Kishorenagar Tehsil, Angul district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garagadabahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Garagadabahal is Osakapali.
What is the pincode of Garagadabahal?
The pincode of Garagadabahal is 759126.
What is the population of Garagadabahal?
Garagadabahal had a total population of 356, including 194 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Garagadabahal?
Garagadabahal had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garagadabahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garagadabahal was 71.24%. Male literacy was 77.58% and female literacy was 63.83%.