Garidi - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Garidi is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 155 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Garidi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garidi is 428700. The village covers a total geographical area of 174 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Garidi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garidi
As per Census 2011, Garidi village has a total population of 784 people, consisting of 373 males and 411 females. The village has 199 households and a sex ratio of 1,101 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 318 literate and 466 illiterate residents. Additionally, 282 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 233 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garidi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 784 | 373 | 411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 61 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 282 | 132 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 233 | 120 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 318 | 205 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 466 | 168 | 298 |
Nearby Villages of Garidi
Garidi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Utkapadu | South-East | 1.49 km |
| Machhapadar | South | 1.80 km |
| Dumadangar | North | 1.94 km |
| Dimbaguda | East | 2.23 km |
| Danijhola | East | 2.53 km |
| Gulumiguda | South-West | 2.94 km |
| Janjeri | South | 3.14 km |
| Belaput | East | 3.21 km |
| Kutrabeda | South | 3.25 km |
| Rutupai | North-East | 3.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garidi
Garidi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Ladda, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Garidi is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Garidi is about 155 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garidi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garidi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garidi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garidi 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garidi
Where is Garidi located?
Garidi village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garidi?
Garidi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garidi?
The pincode of Garidi is 764027.
What is the population of Garidi?
Garidi has a total population of 784, including 373 males and 411 females.
How many households are there in Garidi?
There are 199 households in Garidi.
What is the literacy rate in Garidi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garidi is 40.56%. Male literacy is 54.96% and female literacy is 27.49%.