Garasa - Dasapalla, Nayagarh
Garasa is a village situated in the Dasapalla tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from Banigochha and around 40 km from Nayagarh . Banigochha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garasa is 405630. The village covers a total geographical area of 81 hectares and falls under the 752089 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Garasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daspalla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garasa
As per Census 2011, Garasa village has a total population of 108 people, consisting of 49 males and 59 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 1,204 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 62 literate and 46 illiterate residents. Additionally, 96 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 108 | 49 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 96 | 45 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 34 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 15 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Garasa
Garasa 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 Garasa
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Garasa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nayagarh to Garasa is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nayagarh to Garasa 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 Garasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garasa 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garasa
Where is Garasa located?
Garasa village is located in Dasapalla Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Garasa is Banigochha.
What is the pincode of Garasa?
The pincode of Garasa is 752089.
What is the population of Garasa?
Garasa has a total population of 108, including 49 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Garasa?
There are 25 households in Garasa.
What is the literacy rate in Garasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garasa is 57.41%. Male literacy is 69.39% and female literacy is 47.46%.