Garudabasa - Jaleswar, Balasore
Garudabasa is a village situated in the Jaleswar tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Raibania and around 75 km from Baleshwar. Saradarbandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garudabasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garudabasa is 391357. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 756033 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Garudabasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garudabasa
According to the 2011 Census, Garudabasa village had a total population of 48 people, including 23 males and 25 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 1,087 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.14%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 42.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 44.
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 | 48 | 23 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 11 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Garudabasa
Garudabasa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patharchatia | West | 0.57 km |
| Chainbasa | West | 0.69 km |
| Ghuntabani | North-East | 0.81 km |
| Sardarbandha | East | 0.87 km |
| Santikayatpur | South | 1.21 km |
| Suknakhali | North | 1.25 km |
| Madhupur | North-West | 1.39 km |
| Palasabani | South-West | 1.44 km |
| Gopinath Pur | North-East | 1.53 km |
| Pinchhabani | South-East | 1.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garudabasa
Garudabasa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dantan, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.7 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 Jaleswar to Garudabasa is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Garudabasa is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garudabasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garudabasa 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 Garudabasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garudabasa 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 Garudabasa
Where is Garudabasa located?
Garudabasa village is located in Jaleswar Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garudabasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Garudabasa is Saradarbandh.
What is the pincode of Garudabasa?
The pincode of Garudabasa is 756033.
What is the population of Garudabasa?
Garudabasa had a total population of 48, including 23 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Garudabasa?
Garudabasa had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garudabasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garudabasa was 57.14%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 42.11%.