Garam
Garam is a village located in Balikuda tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Balikuda (tehsildar office) and 11km away from district headquarter Jagatsinghapur . As per 2009 stats, Garam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Garam unique in its vibrant Balikuda-Jagatsinghapur region. You’ll see Garam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Garam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garam is 398252. The village spans a total geographical area of 382 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754140. Jagatsinghapur is nearest town to Garam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Garam
Population of Garam
According to the 2011 Census, Garam has a total population of about 2,567, with approximately 1,311 males and 1,256 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 260 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 645 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.60%, with male literacy at about 81.31% and female literacy near 67.60%. There are around 600 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Garam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,567 | 1,311 | 1,256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 138 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 645 | 338 | 307 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,915 | 1,066 | 849 |
| Illiterate Population | 652 | 245 | 407 |
Connectivity of Garam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garam. As per the 2011 stats, Garam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Garam
Knowing the nearby villages of Garam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garam
- Where is Garam located?
- Garam village is situated in Balikuda Tehsil, within the Jagatsinghapur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garam?
- Garam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Garam?
- The pincode of Garam is 754140, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Garam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garam is 2,567, with 1,311 males and 1,256 females.
- How many households are there in Garam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garam village has a total of 600 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garam is 74.60%. The male literacy rate is 81.31%, while the female literacy rate is 67.60%.