Garabaganda - Sheragada, Ganjam
Garabaganda is a village situated in the Sheragada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Badagada and around 42 km from Chatrapur. Karadakana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garabaganda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garabaganda is 411186. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 761109 pincode. Asika is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Garabaganda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hinjili Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garabaganda
According to the 2011 Census, Garabaganda village had a total population of 432 people, including 233 males and 199 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 854 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.78%, with male literacy at 65.82% and female literacy at 16.37%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 431.
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 | 432 | 233 | 199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 37 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 431 | 232 | 199 |
| Literate Population | 157 | 129 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 275 | 104 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Garabaganda
Garabaganda 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 Garabaganda
Garabaganda 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Asika to Garabaganda is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Garabaganda is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garabaganda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garabaganda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Garabaganda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garabaganda 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 Garabaganda
Where is Garabaganda located?
Garabaganda village is located in Sheragada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garabaganda?
The Gram Panchayat of Garabaganda is Karadakana.
What is the pincode of Garabaganda?
The pincode of Garabaganda is 761109.
What is the population of Garabaganda?
Garabaganda had a total population of 432, including 233 males and 199 females.
How many households are there in Garabaganda?
Garabaganda had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garabaganda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garabaganda was 42.78%. Male literacy was 65.82% and female literacy was 16.37%.