Garjanpur - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Garjanpur is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Sanabada-gopalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garjanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garjanpur is 396001. The village covers a total geographical area of 141 hectares and falls under the 754246 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Garjanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garjanpur
As per Census 2011, Garjanpur village has a total population of 906 people, consisting of 438 males and 468 females. The village has 201 households and a sex ratio of 1,068 females per 1,000 males. There are 139 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 666 literate and 240 illiterate residents. Additionally, 76 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 54 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garjanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 906 | 438 | 468 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 65 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 31 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 666 | 353 | 313 |
| Illiterate Population | 240 | 85 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Garjanpur
Garjanpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sanabadagopalpur | North | 0.77 km |
| Bali Jhari | South-West | 0.99 km |
| Kundupur | West | 1.23 km |
| Nurugan | North-West | 1.32 km |
| Jagannathapur | South | 1.32 km |
| Sankhapur | South | 1.48 km |
| Rajnagar | East | 1.49 km |
| Kiajori | North-East | 1.89 km |
| Tarapada | South-East | 1.99 km |
| Bhatapara | North | 2.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garjanpur
Garjanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Paradip, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pattamundai to Garjanpur is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Garjanpur is about 40 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 Garjanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garjanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garjanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garjanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Garjanpur
Where is Garjanpur located?
Garjanpur village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garjanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Garjanpur is Sanabada-gopalpur.
What is the pincode of Garjanpur?
The pincode of Garjanpur is 754246.
What is the population of Garjanpur?
Garjanpur has a total population of 906, including 438 males and 468 females.
How many households are there in Garjanpur?
There are 201 households in Garjanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Garjanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garjanpur is 73.51%. Male literacy is 80.59% and female literacy is 66.88%.