Gharadhara - Khariar, Nuapada
Gharadhara is a village situated in the Khariar tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khariar and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Sanmaheswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gharadhara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gharadhara is 421951. The village covers a total geographical area of 270 hectares and falls under the 766107 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Gharadhara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khariar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gharadhara
As per Census 2011, Gharadhara village has a total population of 1,033 people, consisting of 516 males and 517 females. The village has 239 households and a sex ratio of 1,001 females per 1,000 males. There are 158 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 425 literate and 608 illiterate residents. Additionally, 113 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 125 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gharadhara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,033 | 516 | 517 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 76 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 59 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 63 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 425 | 275 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 608 | 241 | 367 |
Nearby Villages of Gharadhara
Gharadhara 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 Gharadhara
Gharadhara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khariar Road to Gharadhara is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Gharadhara is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gharadhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gharadhara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gharadhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gharadhara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gharadhara
Where is Gharadhara located?
Gharadhara village is located in Khariar Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gharadhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Gharadhara is Sanmaheswar.
What is the pincode of Gharadhara?
The pincode of Gharadhara is 766107.
What is the population of Gharadhara?
Gharadhara has a total population of 1,033, including 516 males and 517 females.
How many households are there in Gharadhara?
There are 239 households in Gharadhara.
What is the literacy rate in Gharadhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gharadhara is 41.14%. Male literacy is 53.29% and female literacy is 29.01%.