Garapur
Garapur is a village located in Kendrapara Sadar tehsil of Kendrapara district in Odisha, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Kendrapara Sadar (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Kendrapara . As per 2009 stats, Kapaleswar is the gram panchayat of Garapur village.
Garapur has its own place in the vibrant Kendrapara region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Garapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garapur is 396407. The village spans a total geographical area of 430 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754211. Kendrapara is nearest town to Garapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
Google Map of Garapur
Population of Garapur
Below is a concise population overview of Garapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,909 | 1,514 | 1,395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 352 | 195 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 546 | 294 | 252 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,053 | 1,111 | 942 |
| Illiterate Population | 856 | 403 | 453 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Garapur village:
- The total population of Garapur village is around 2,909, including approximately 1,514 males and 1,395 females, with a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 352 children aged 0–6 years in Garapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Garapur village has 546 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Garapur village is about 70.57%, with male literacy at 73.38% and female literacy at 67.53%.
- There are around 564 households in Garapur village.
Connectivity of Garapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garapur. As per the 2011 stats, Garapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Garapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Garapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garapur
- Where is Garapur located?
- Garapur village is situated in Kendrapara Sadar Tehsil, within the Kendrapara district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Garapur is Kapaleswar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Garapur?
- The pincode of Garapur is 754211, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Garapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garapur is 2,909, with 1,514 males and 1,395 females.
- How many households are there in Garapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garapur village has a total of 564 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garapur is 70.57%. The male literacy rate is 73.38%, while the female literacy rate is 67.53%.