Garamotari - Delanga, Puri
Garamotari is a village situated in the Delanga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Delanga and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Grah Motari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garamotari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garamotari is 408567. The village covers a total geographical area of 278 hectares and falls under the 752015 pincode. Khordha is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Garamotari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pipili Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garamotari
As per Census 2011, Garamotari village has a total population of 1,600 people, consisting of 799 males and 801 females. The village has 364 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 165 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,195 literate and 405 illiterate residents. Additionally, 279 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garamotari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,600 | 799 | 801 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 79 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 279 | 138 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 1,195 | 651 | 544 |
| Illiterate Population | 405 | 148 | 257 |
Nearby Villages of Garamotari
Garamotari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Basantapur | North-West | 1.19 km |
| Ankoi | South-East | 1.25 km |
| Batol | South-West | 1.26 km |
| Deranchi | North | 1.66 km |
| Nipur | North-East | 1.71 km |
| Chainpur | East | 1.77 km |
| Gandapara | North-East | 1.78 km |
| Chhadaudi | South | 2.12 km |
| Kumundal | West | 2.18 km |
| Jagadalapur | South | 2.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garamotari
Garamotari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Motari Halt, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khordha to Garamotari is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Garamotari is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garamotari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garamotari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garamotari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garamotari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garamotari
Where is Garamotari located?
Garamotari village is located in Delanga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garamotari?
The Gram Panchayat of Garamotari is Grah Motari.
What is the pincode of Garamotari?
The pincode of Garamotari is 752015.
What is the population of Garamotari?
Garamotari has a total population of 1,600, including 799 males and 801 females.
How many households are there in Garamotari?
There are 364 households in Garamotari.
What is the literacy rate in Garamotari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garamotari is 74.69%. Male literacy is 81.48% and female literacy is 67.92%.