Garta - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Garta is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Keruapal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garta is 395791. The village covers a total geographical area of 85 hectares and falls under the 754248 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Garta 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 Garta
As per Census 2011, Garta village has a total population of 938 people, consisting of 493 males and 445 females. The village has 177 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 688 literate and 250 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 938 | 493 | 445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 69 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 688 | 403 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 90 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Garta
Garta 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 Garta
Garta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Pattamundai to Garta is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Garta is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garta 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garta
Where is Garta located?
Garta village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garta?
The Gram Panchayat of Garta is Keruapal.
What is the pincode of Garta?
The pincode of Garta is 754248.
What is the population of Garta?
Garta has a total population of 938, including 493 males and 445 females.
How many households are there in Garta?
There are 177 households in Garta.
What is the literacy rate in Garta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garta is 73.35%. Male literacy is 81.74% and female literacy is 64.04%.