Garsankh
Garsankh is a village located in Similia tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Similia (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Garsang is the gram panchayat of Garsankh village.
Garsankh has its own place in the vibrant Baleshwar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Garsankh
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garsankh is 394110. The village spans a total geographical area of 432 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756134. Bhadrak is nearest town to Garsankh village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
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Population of Garsankh
Below is a concise population overview of Garsankh as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,225 | 1,544 | 1,681 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 391 | 203 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 987 | 481 | 506 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 63 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 2,471 | 1,230 | 1,241 |
| Illiterate Population | 754 | 314 | 440 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Garsankh village:
- The total population of Garsankh village is around 3,225, including approximately 1,544 males and 1,681 females, with a sex ratio of 1088 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 391 children aged 0–6 years in Garsankh village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Garsankh village has 987 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 125 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Garsankh village is about 76.62%, with male literacy at 79.66% and female literacy at 73.83%.
- There are around 739 households in Garsankh village.
Connectivity of Garsankh
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garsankh. As per the 2011 stats, Garsankh had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Garsankh
Knowing the nearby villages of Garsankh helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garsankh.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garsankh
- Where is Garsankh located?
- Garsankh village is situated in Similia Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garsankh?
- The Gram Panchayat of Garsankh is Garsang (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Garsankh?
- The pincode of Garsankh is 756134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Garsankh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garsankh is 3,225, with 1,544 males and 1,681 females.
- How many households are there in Garsankh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garsankh village has a total of 739 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garsankh as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garsankh is 76.62%. The male literacy rate is 79.66%, while the female literacy rate is 73.83%.