Garagaba
Garagaba is a village located in Kegaon tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Kegaon (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Badachergaon is the gram panchayat of Garagaba village.
Here you can discover what makes Garagaba unique in its vibrant Kegaon-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Garagaba’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 Garagaba
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garagaba is 423679. The village spans a total geographical area of 219 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766011. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to Garagaba village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Garagaba
Population of Garagaba
According to the 2011 Census, Garagaba has a total population of about 1,277, with approximately 663 males and 614 females. The sex ratio is around 926 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 182 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 223 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 169. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.89%, with male literacy at about 63.20% and female literacy near 45.93%. There are around 314 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Garagaba's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,277 | 663 | 614 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 99 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 223 | 111 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 169 | 83 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 701 | 419 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 576 | 244 | 332 |
Connectivity of Garagaba
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garagaba. As per the 2011 stats, Garagaba had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Garagaba
Knowing the nearby villages of Garagaba helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garagaba.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garagaba
- Where is Garagaba located?
- Garagaba village is situated in Kegaon Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garagaba?
- The Gram Panchayat of Garagaba is Badachergaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Garagaba?
- The pincode of Garagaba is 766011, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Garagaba as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garagaba is 1,277, with 663 males and 614 females.
- How many households are there in Garagaba as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garagaba village has a total of 314 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garagaba as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garagaba is 54.89%. The male literacy rate is 63.20%, while the female literacy rate is 45.93%.