Garadamaha - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Garadamaha is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 172 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Gugurumaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garadamaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garadamaha is 417244. The village covers a total geographical area of 95 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Garadamaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garadamaha
According to the 2011 Census, Garadamaha village had a total population of 201 people, including 96 males and 105 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,094 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.28%, with male literacy at 47.95% and female literacy at 36.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 173.
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 | 201 | 96 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 23 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 82 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 63 | 35 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 61 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Garadamaha
Garadamaha 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 Garadamaha
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Garadamaha.
| 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 Rayagada to Garadamaha is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Garadamaha is about 172 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garadamaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garadamaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Garadamaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garadamaha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garadamaha
Where is Garadamaha located?
Garadamaha village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garadamaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Garadamaha is Gugurumaha.
What is the pincode of Garadamaha?
The pincode of Garadamaha is 762105.
What is the population of Garadamaha?
Garadamaha had a total population of 201, including 96 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Garadamaha?
Garadamaha had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garadamaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garadamaha was 42.28%. Male literacy was 47.95% and female literacy was 36.84%.