Garagara - Salipur, Cuttack
Garagara is a village situated in the Salipur tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from Salepur and around 30 km from Cuttack. Narda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garagara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garagara is 399623. The village covers a total geographical area of 31 hectares and falls under the 754201 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Garagara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garagara
As per Census 2011, Garagara village has a total population of 169 people, consisting of 89 males and 80 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 138 literate and 31 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garagara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 169 | 89 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 69 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 20 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Garagara
Garagara 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 Garagara
Garagara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Kendrapara to Garagara is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Garagara is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garagara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garagara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Garagara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garagara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garagara
Where is Garagara located?
Garagara village is located in Salipur Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garagara?
The Gram Panchayat of Garagara is Narda.
What is the pincode of Garagara?
The pincode of Garagara is 754201.
What is the population of Garagara?
Garagara has a total population of 169, including 89 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Garagara?
There are 42 households in Garagara.
What is the literacy rate in Garagara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garagara is 81.66%. Male literacy is 77.53% and female literacy is 86.25%.