Garadmunda - Pallahara, Angul
Garadmunda is a village situated in the Pallahara tehsil of Angul district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Khamar and around 60 km from Anugul . Sankhamur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garadmunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garadmunda is 403593. The village covers a total geographical area of 152 hectares and falls under the 759118 pincode. Palalahada is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Garadmunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pallahara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garadmunda
According to the 2011 Census, Garadmunda village had a total population of 713 people, including 369 males and 344 females, living in 198 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.87%, with male literacy at 87.35% and female literacy at 71.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 172, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 99.
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 | 713 | 369 | 344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 45 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 172 | 86 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 55 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 500 | 283 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 86 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Garadmunda
Garadmunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kundandeipur | North-West | 1.33 km |
| Khandabeda | West | 1.48 km |
| Patabeda | West | 1.67 km |
| Bhadramunda | North | 1.75 km |
| Nitiam | South | 1.87 km |
| Ranja | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Bindapur | East | 1.94 km |
| Nimihata | South | 2.00 km |
| Sanasada | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Jitadimiria | East | 2.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garadmunda
Garadmunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Talcher, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palalahada to Garadmunda is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anugul to Garadmunda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garadmunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garadmunda 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 Garadmunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garadmunda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garadmunda
Where is Garadmunda located?
Garadmunda village is located in Pallahara Tehsil, Angul district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garadmunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Garadmunda is Sankhamur.
What is the pincode of Garadmunda?
The pincode of Garadmunda is 759118.
What is the population of Garadmunda?
Garadmunda had a total population of 713, including 369 males and 344 females.
How many households are there in Garadmunda?
Garadmunda had 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garadmunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garadmunda was 79.87%. Male literacy was 87.35% and female literacy was 71.85%.