Garakumpa - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Garakumpa is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Ranapatuli Nuagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garakumpa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garakumpa is 415730. The village covers a total geographical area of 325 hectares and falls under the 762027 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Garakumpa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garakumpa
According to the 2011 Census, Garakumpa village had a total population of 269 people, including 132 males and 137 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.61%, with male literacy at 90.00% and female literacy at 55.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 207.
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 | 269 | 132 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 12 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 207 | 99 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 108 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 24 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Garakumpa
Garakumpa 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 Garakumpa
Garakumpa 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Garakumpa is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Garakumpa is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garakumpa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garakumpa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Garakumpa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garakumpa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garakumpa
Where is Garakumpa located?
Garakumpa village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garakumpa?
The Gram Panchayat of Garakumpa is Ranapatuli Nuagaon.
What is the pincode of Garakumpa?
The pincode of Garakumpa is 762027.
What is the population of Garakumpa?
Garakumpa had a total population of 269, including 132 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Garakumpa?
Garakumpa had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garakumpa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garakumpa was 72.61%. Male literacy was 90.00% and female literacy was 55.37%.