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.
Here you can discover what makes Garsankh unique in its vibrant Similia-Baleshwar region. You’ll see Garsankh’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Garsankh
Population of Garsankh
According to the 2011 Census, Garsankh has a total population of about 3,225, with approximately 1,544 males and 1,681 females. The sex ratio is around 1088 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 391 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 987 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 125. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.62%, with male literacy at about 79.66% and female literacy near 73.83%. There are around 739 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Garsankh's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.