Garjani - Odagaon, Nayagarh
Garjani is a village situated in the Odagaon tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Odagaon and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Sakeri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garjani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garjani is 406539. The village covers a total geographical area of 156 hectares and falls under the 752081 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Garjani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nayagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garjani
According to the 2011 Census, Garjani village had a total population of 585 people, including 314 males and 271 females, living in 132 households. The sex ratio was 863 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.54%, with male literacy at 97.15% and female literacy at 84.94%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 585 | 314 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 33 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 476 | 273 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 41 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Garjani
Garjani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gunthasahi | South-West | 1.15 km |
| Kushadhipa | North | 1.51 km |
| Brahmandihi | East | 1.58 km |
| Barpali | North-East | 1.59 km |
| Ragadimada | South-East | 1.82 km |
| Baunsagadia | South-East | 1.84 km |
| Panibandh | North | 1.91 km |
| Amarapur | South | 1.97 km |
| Gajendrapalli | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Saramareisahi | South-West | 2.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garjani
Garjani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Solari, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.8 km.
| 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 Garjani is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garjani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garjani 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 Garjani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garjani 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garjani
Where is Garjani located?
Garjani village is located in Odagaon Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garjani?
The Gram Panchayat of Garjani is Sakeri.
What is the pincode of Garjani?
The pincode of Garjani is 752081.
What is the population of Garjani?
Garjani had a total population of 585, including 314 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Garjani?
Garjani had 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garjani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garjani was 91.54%. Male literacy was 97.15% and female literacy was 84.94%.