Garia - Balipatna, Khordha
Garia is a village situated in the Balipatna tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balipatna and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Rajasa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garia is 407682. The village covers a total geographical area of 212 hectares and falls under the 752102 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Garia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jayadev Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garia
As per Census 2011, Garia village has a total population of 641 people, consisting of 340 males and 301 females. The village has 156 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 520 literate and 121 illiterate residents. Additionally, 78 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 641 | 340 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 37 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 40 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 520 | 289 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 51 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Garia
Garia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dalakasoti | North-East | 0.96 km |
| Palasahi | South-West | 1.15 km |
| Ankusipur | South | 1.88 km |
| Rajas | North-West | 2.00 km |
| Ghasiandhoti | North | 2.02 km |
| Kurunjipur | East | 2.04 km |
| Rayadadeuli | West | 2.12 km |
| Indolakusiari | North | 2.32 km |
| Renghalo | South-East | 2.69 km |
| Dekhata | South-West | 2.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garia
Garia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lingaraj Temple Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Nimapada to Garia is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Garia is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garia
Where is Garia located?
Garia village is located in Balipatna Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garia?
The Gram Panchayat of Garia is Rajasa.
What is the pincode of Garia?
The pincode of Garia is 752102.
What is the population of Garia?
Garia has a total population of 641, including 340 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Garia?
There are 156 households in Garia.
What is the literacy rate in Garia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garia is 81.12%. Male literacy is 85.00% and female literacy is 76.74%.