Galaganda - Rayagada, Gajapati
Galaganda is a village situated in the Rayagada tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rayagada and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Jeerango serves as the Gram Panchayat for Galaganda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galaganda is 414792. The village covers a total geographical area of 107 hectares and falls under the 761212 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Galaganda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Galaganda
According to the 2011 Census, Galaganda village had a total population of 579 people, including 285 males and 294 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 1,032 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.44%, with male literacy at 51.34% and female literacy at 23.91%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 578.
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 | 579 | 285 | 294 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 61 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 578 | 285 | 293 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 115 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 409 | 170 | 239 |
Nearby Villages of Galaganda
Galaganda 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 Galaganda
Galaganda 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Galaganda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Galaganda is about 39 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 Galaganda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galaganda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Galaganda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galaganda 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Galaganda
Where is Galaganda located?
Galaganda village is located in Rayagada Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Galaganda?
The Gram Panchayat of Galaganda is Jeerango.
What is the pincode of Galaganda?
The pincode of Galaganda is 761212.
What is the population of Galaganda?
Galaganda had a total population of 579, including 285 males and 294 females.
How many households are there in Galaganda?
Galaganda had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galaganda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galaganda was 37.44%. Male literacy was 51.34% and female literacy was 23.91%.