Garakolha - Chandbali, Bhadrak
Garakolha is a village situated in the Chandbali tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 31 km from Bansada and around 55 km from Bhadrak. Panchutikiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garakolha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garakolha is 395445. The village covers a total geographical area of 124 hectares and falls under the 756129 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Garakolha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandabali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Garakolha
Garakolha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Naikulasahi | South-East | 0.82 km |
| Sanasamukavedi | North | 0.89 km |
| Badasamukavedi | East | 1.42 km |
| Panchutikiri | East | 1.61 km |
| Bishnupur | North-West | 1.63 km |
| Kaduanasi | North | 1.79 km |
| Khadalpokhari | South-West | 1.81 km |
| Janakdeipur | South-East | 1.83 km |
| Pahadapur | North-West | 1.84 km |
| Bhimpur | West | 2.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garakolha
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Garakolha. The nearest railway station is Bhadrakh, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Garakolha is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garakolha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garakolha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Garakolha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garakolha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garakolha
Where is Garakolha located?
Garakolha village is located in Chandbali Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garakolha?
The Gram Panchayat of Garakolha is Panchutikiri.
What is the pincode of Garakolha?
The pincode of Garakolha is 756129.