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.
Garam has its own place in the vibrant Jagatsinghapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Garam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Garam village:
- The total population of Garam village is around 2,567, including approximately 1,311 males and 1,256 females, with a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 260 children aged 0–6 years in Garam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Garam village has 645 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Garam village is about 74.60%, with male literacy at 81.31% and female literacy at 67.60%.
- There are around 600 households in Garam village.
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%.