Garbhana - Sohela, Bargarh
Garbhana is a village situated in the Sohela tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sohela and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Garvana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garbhana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garbhana is 380266. The village covers a total geographical area of 901 hectares and falls under the 768033 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Garbhana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garbhana
According to the 2011 Census, Garbhana village had a total population of 2,508 people, including 1,255 males and 1,253 females, living in 686 households. The sex ratio was 998 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.25%, with male literacy at 84.19% and female literacy at 68.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 475, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 360.
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 | 2,508 | 1,255 | 1,253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 268 | 129 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 475 | 246 | 229 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 360 | 169 | 191 |
| Literate Population | 1,708 | 948 | 760 |
| Illiterate Population | 800 | 307 | 493 |
Nearby Villages of Garbhana
Garbhana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kangaon | North | 2.10 km |
| Haldipali | West | 2.42 km |
| Hirapali | South | 2.68 km |
| Chichinda | South-West | 3.00 km |
| Nagaon | East | 3.08 km |
| Barihapali | North | 3.42 km |
| Piplipali | West | 3.76 km |
| Damkipali | North | 4.34 km |
| Beherapali | North-West | 4.59 km |
| Budamal | North-West | 4.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garbhana
Garbhana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Barpali, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bargarh to Garbhana is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garbhana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garbhana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garbhana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garbhana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garbhana
Where is Garbhana located?
Garbhana village is located in Sohela Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garbhana?
The Gram Panchayat of Garbhana is Garvana.
What is the pincode of Garbhana?
The pincode of Garbhana is 768033.
What is the population of Garbhana?
Garbhana had a total population of 2,508, including 1,255 males and 1,253 females.
How many households are there in Garbhana?
Garbhana had 686 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garbhana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garbhana was 76.25%. Male literacy was 84.19% and female literacy was 68.22%.