Garuda Pathara - Jagannath Prasad, Ganjam
Garuda Pathara is a village situated in the Jagannath Prasad tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from Tarasingi and around 138 km from Chatrapur. Tarasingi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garuda Pathara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garuda Pathara is 410293. The village covers a total geographical area of 164 hectares and falls under the 761131 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Garuda Pathara 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 Garuda Pathara
According to the 2011 Census, Garuda Pathara village had a total population of 446 people, including 218 males and 228 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 1,046 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.36%, with male literacy at 87.69% and female literacy at 55.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 139, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 58.
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 | 446 | 218 | 228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 23 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 67 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 31 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 279 | 171 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 47 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Garuda Pathara
Garuda Pathara 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 Garuda Pathara
Garuda Pathara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanjanagar to Garuda Pathara is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Garuda Pathara 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 Garuda Pathara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garuda Pathara 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garuda Pathara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garuda Pathara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garuda Pathara
Where is Garuda Pathara located?
Garuda Pathara village is located in Jagannath Prasad Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garuda Pathara?
The Gram Panchayat of Garuda Pathara is Tarasingi.
What is the pincode of Garuda Pathara?
The pincode of Garuda Pathara is 761131.
What is the population of Garuda Pathara?
Garuda Pathara had a total population of 446, including 218 males and 228 females.
How many households are there in Garuda Pathara?
Garuda Pathara had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garuda Pathara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garuda Pathara was 71.36%. Male literacy was 87.69% and female literacy was 55.10%.