Garajanga - Gop, Puri
Garajanga is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 39 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gop and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Payara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garajanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garajanga is 409383. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 752110 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Garajanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garajanga
According to the 2011 Census, Garajanga village had a total population of 85 people, including 41 males and 44 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,073 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.67%, with male literacy at 94.87% and female literacy at 92.50%.
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 | 85 | 41 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 37 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 4 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Garajanga
Garajanga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gadasitha | North | 0.70 km |
| Nirgundi | North-East | 0.92 km |
| Iswarjanga | North | 1.65 km |
| Gadakaramala | East | 1.72 km |
| Chadheigan | North-East | 1.76 km |
| Nahiti | South | 1.90 km |
| Helari | West | 1.93 km |
| Palasri | North | 1.95 km |
| Erabanga | South-West | 2.18 km |
| Asapurana | North-West | 2.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garajanga
Garajanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sakhi Gopal, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.5 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 Nimapada to Garajanga is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Garajanga is about 39 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 Garajanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garajanga 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garajanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garajanga 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garajanga
Where is Garajanga located?
Garajanga village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garajanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Garajanga is Payara.
What is the pincode of Garajanga?
The pincode of Garajanga is 752110.
What is the population of Garajanga?
Garajanga had a total population of 85, including 41 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Garajanga?
Garajanga had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garajanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garajanga was 93.67%. Male literacy was 94.87% and female literacy was 92.50%.