Garipur - Chandbali, Bhadrak
Garipur is a village situated in the Chandbali tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Chandabali and around 60 km from Bhadrak. Bhuinbruti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garipur is 395374. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 756133 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Garipur 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.
Population of Garipur
According to the 2011 Census, Garipur village had a total population of 478 people, including 245 males and 233 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.79%, with male literacy at 91.18% and female literacy at 60.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 413.
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 | 478 | 245 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 41 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 413 | 212 | 201 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 310 | 186 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 59 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Garipur
Garipur 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 Garipur
Public transport in the Garipur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Garipur is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Garipur
Where is Garipur located?
Garipur village is located in Chandbali Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Garipur is Bhuinbruti.
What is the pincode of Garipur?
The pincode of Garipur is 756133.
What is the population of Garipur?
Garipur had a total population of 478, including 245 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Garipur?
Garipur had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garipur was 75.79%. Male literacy was 91.18% and female literacy was 60.49%.