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
According to the 2011 Census, Garudu village had a total population of 406 people, including 214 males and 192 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.86%, with male literacy at 80.98% and female literacy at 50.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 138, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 235.
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 | 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 had a total population of 406, including 214 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Garudu?
Garudu had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garudu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garudu was 66.86%. Male literacy was 80.98% and female literacy was 50.92%.