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
As per Census 2011, Garabaganda village has a total population of 432 people, consisting of 233 males and 199 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 854 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 157 literate and 275 illiterate residents. Additionally, 431 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garabaganda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 432 | 233 | 199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 37 | 28 |
| 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 has a total population of 432, including 233 males and 199 females.
How many households are there in Garabaganda?
There are 92 households in Garabaganda.
What is the literacy rate in Garabaganda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garabaganda is 36.34%. Male literacy is 55.36% and female literacy is 14.07%.