Garupal - Shamakhunta, Mayurbhanj
Garupal is a village situated in the Shamakhunta tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from Koliana and around 55 km from Baripada. Bhaluki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garupal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garupal is 389388. The village covers a total geographical area of 16 hectares and falls under the 757030 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Garupal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bangriposi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garupal
As per Census 2011, Garupal village has a total population of 79 people, consisting of 38 males and 41 females. The village has 21 households and a sex ratio of 1,078 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 40 literate and 39 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 64 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garupal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 79 | 38 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 32 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 15 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Garupal
Garupal 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 Garupal
Public transport in the Garupal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Garupal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Baripada to Garupal is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Garupal is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garupal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garupal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garupal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garupal 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garupal
Where is Garupal located?
Garupal village is located in Shamakhunta Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garupal?
The Gram Panchayat of Garupal is Bhaluki.
What is the pincode of Garupal?
The pincode of Garupal is 757030.
What is the population of Garupal?
Garupal has a total population of 79, including 38 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Garupal?
There are 21 households in Garupal.
What is the literacy rate in Garupal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garupal is 50.63%. Male literacy is 60.53% and female literacy is 41.46%.