Garudu - Ghumusar, Ganjam
Garudu is a village situated in the Ghumusar tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 36 km from Tarasingi and around 138 km from Chatrapur. Domuhani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garudu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garudu is 410261. The village covers a total geographical area of 95 hectares and falls under the 761131 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Garudu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanjanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garudu
As per Census 2011, Garudu village has a total population of 406 people, consisting of 214 males and 192 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 232 literate and 174 illiterate residents. Additionally, 138 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 235 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garudu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 406 | 214 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 30 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 138 | 77 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 235 | 118 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 232 | 149 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 65 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Garudu
Garudu 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 Garudu
Garudu 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 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 Bhanjanagar to Garudu is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Garudu is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garudu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garudu 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 Garudu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garudu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garudu
Where is Garudu located?
Garudu village is located in Ghumusar Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garudu?
The Gram Panchayat of Garudu is Domuhani.
What is the pincode of Garudu?
The pincode of Garudu is 761131.
What is the population of Garudu?
Garudu has a total population of 406, including 214 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Garudu?
There are 91 households in Garudu.
What is the literacy rate in Garudu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garudu is 57.14%. Male literacy is 69.63% and female literacy is 43.23%.