Garam - Balikuda, Jagatsinghapur
Garam is a village situated in the Balikuda tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balikuda and around 11 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Garam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garam is 398252. The village covers a total geographical area of 382 hectares and falls under the 754108 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Garam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garam
According to the 2011 Census, Garam village had a total population of 2,567 people, including 1,311 males and 1,256 females, living in 600 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.01%, with male literacy at 90.88% and female literacy at 74.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 645.
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 | 2,567 | 1,311 | 1,256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 138 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 645 | 338 | 307 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,915 | 1,066 | 849 |
| Illiterate Population | 652 | 245 | 407 |
Nearby Villages of Garam
Garam is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chanarpur | South-East | 1.29 km |
| Padmapur | West | 1.45 km |
| Sadeipur | North-East | 2.22 km |
| Kundeswar | South-West | 2.33 km |
| Raibari | North | 2.44 km |
| Era | North | 2.61 km |
| Bakharabad | East | 2.62 km |
| Budhisahi | South | 2.65 km |
| Rayarpur | North-East | 2.90 km |
| Badagar | East | 3.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garam
Garam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jhankad Sarala Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.1 km.
| 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 Jagatsinghapur to Garam is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Garam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garam
Where is Garam located?
Garam village is located in Balikuda Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garam?
Garam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garam?
The pincode of Garam is 754108.
What is the population of Garam?
Garam had a total population of 2,567, including 1,311 males and 1,256 females.
How many households are there in Garam?
Garam had 600 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garam was 83.01%. Male literacy was 90.88% and female literacy was 74.87%.