Garagadbahal - Barkot, Deogarh
Garagadbahal is a village situated in the Barkot tehsil of Deogarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from Barkot and around 54 km from Debagarh. Raitabahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garagadbahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garagadbahal is 382988. The village covers a total geographical area of 479 hectares and falls under the 768110 pincode. Sambalpur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Garagadbahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garagadbahal
According to the 2011 Census, Garagadbahal village had a total population of 564 people, including 288 males and 276 females, living in 157 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.50%, with male literacy at 77.34% and female literacy at 63.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 171.
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 | 564 | 288 | 276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 32 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 89 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 356 | 198 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 90 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Garagadbahal
Garagadbahal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raitabahal | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Talbahali | East | 2.09 km |
| Telimunda | South | 2.73 km |
| Khandam | North | 2.81 km |
| Siripur | South-East | 2.97 km |
| Bandhanbania | South-East | 3.00 km |
| Panposi | West | 3.01 km |
| Jambunali | North-East | 3.88 km |
| Khairbania | East | 3.94 km |
| Badabagdari | East | 4.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garagadbahal
Public transport in the Garagadbahal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barsuan, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.1 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 Sambalpur to Garagadbahal is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Debagarh to Garagadbahal is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garagadbahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garagadbahal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Garagadbahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garagadbahal 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 Garagadbahal
Where is Garagadbahal located?
Garagadbahal village is located in Barkot Tehsil, Deogarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garagadbahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Garagadbahal is Raitabahal.
What is the pincode of Garagadbahal?
The pincode of Garagadbahal is 768110.
What is the population of Garagadbahal?
Garagadbahal had a total population of 564, including 288 males and 276 females.
How many households are there in Garagadbahal?
Garagadbahal had 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garagadbahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garagadbahal was 70.50%. Male literacy was 77.34% and female literacy was 63.45%.