Geragedi - Gania, Nayagarh
Geragedi is a village situated in the Gania tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gania and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Badasilinga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Geragedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Geragedi is 405285. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 752085 pincode. Khandapada is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Geragedi 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 Geragedi
As per Census 2011, Geragedi village has a total population of 81 people, consisting of 35 males and 46 females. The village has 15 households and a sex ratio of 1,314 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 55 literate and 26 illiterate residents. Additionally, 81 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Geragedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 81 | 35 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 35 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 7 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Geragedi
Geragedi 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 Geragedi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Geragedi.
| 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 Khandapada to Geragedi is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nayagarh to Geragedi is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Geragedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Geragedi 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Geragedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Geragedi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Geragedi
Where is Geragedi located?
Geragedi village is located in Gania Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Geragedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Geragedi is Badasilinga.
What is the pincode of Geragedi?
The pincode of Geragedi is 752085.
What is the population of Geragedi?
Geragedi has a total population of 81, including 35 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Geragedi?
There are 15 households in Geragedi.
What is the literacy rate in Geragedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Geragedi is 67.90%. Male literacy is 80.00% and female literacy is 58.70%.