Garam - Derabish, Kendrapara
Garam is a village situated in the Derabish tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Kendrapara Sadar and around 16 km from Kendrapara . Janarabarimul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garam is 396449. The village covers a total geographical area of 82 hectares and falls under the 754289 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 20 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 Patkura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garam
According to the 2011 Census, Garam village had a total population of 730 people, including 362 males and 368 females, living in 172 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.10%, with male literacy at 95.56% and female literacy at 90.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24.
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 | 730 | 362 | 368 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 47 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 594 | 301 | 293 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 61 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Garam
Garam 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 Garam
Public transport in the Garam is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Garam has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kendrapara to Garam is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Garam is about 16 km, with the usual travel time 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Garam
Where is Garam located?
Garam village is located in Derabish Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garam?
The Gram Panchayat of Garam is Janarabarimul.
What is the pincode of Garam?
The pincode of Garam is 754289.
What is the population of Garam?
Garam had a total population of 730, including 362 males and 368 females.
How many households are there in Garam?
Garam had 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garam was 93.10%. Male literacy was 95.56% and female literacy was 90.71%.