Garudahata - Oupada, Balasore
Garudahata is a village situated in the Oupada tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Oupada and around 60 km from Baleshwar. Aghirapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garudahata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garudahata is 393346. The village covers a total geographical area of 72 hectares and falls under the 756049 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Garudahata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garudahata
According to the 2011 Census, Garudahata village had a total population of 469 people, including 201 males and 268 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 1,333 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.89%, with male literacy at 88.37% and female literacy at 75.32%.
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 | 469 | 201 | 268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 29 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 152 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 49 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Garudahata
Garudahata 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 Garudahata
Garudahata is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Garudahata has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Garudahata is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Garudahata 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 Garudahata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garudahata 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 Garudahata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garudahata 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garudahata
Where is Garudahata located?
Garudahata village is located in Oupada Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garudahata?
The Gram Panchayat of Garudahata is Aghirapada.
What is the pincode of Garudahata?
The pincode of Garudahata is 756049.
What is the population of Garudahata?
Garudahata had a total population of 469, including 201 males and 268 females.
How many households are there in Garudahata?
Garudahata had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garudahata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garudahata was 80.89%. Male literacy was 88.37% and female literacy was 75.32%.