Garapada - Niali, Cuttack
Garapada is a village situated in the Niali tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niali and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Sagadailo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garapada is 400300. The village covers a total geographical area of 44 hectares and falls under the 754294 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Garapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Niali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garapada
According to the 2011 Census, Garapada village had a total population of 289 people, including 150 males and 139 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.53%, with male literacy at 90.15% and female literacy at 68.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 65.
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 | 289 | 150 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 34 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 119 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 31 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Garapada
Garapada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Suanlo | North-East | 0.53 km |
| Sagadailo | West | 0.96 km |
| Katikata | North | 1.48 km |
| Karanja | South-East | 1.56 km |
| Palasa | East | 1.73 km |
| Polasara | South-West | 1.89 km |
| Raichandol | West | 1.98 km |
| Silada | North-West | 2.45 km |
| Kahnupur | South-West | 2.50 km |
| Puinchanda | West | 2.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garapada
Garapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Raghunathpur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Garapada is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Garapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garapada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garapada
Where is Garapada located?
Garapada village is located in Niali Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Garapada is Sagadailo.
What is the pincode of Garapada?
The pincode of Garapada is 754294.
What is the population of Garapada?
Garapada had a total population of 289, including 150 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Garapada?
Garapada had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garapada was 79.53%. Male literacy was 90.15% and female literacy was 68.03%.