Garhtorinha - Nimapada, Puri
Garhtorinha is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Badasirivila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garhtorinha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhtorinha is 409048. The village covers a total geographical area of 291 hectares and falls under the 752105 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Garhtorinha 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 Garhtorinha
According to the 2011 Census, Garhtorinha village had a total population of 1,370 people, including 686 males and 684 females, living in 318 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.73%, with male literacy at 90.75% and female literacy at 80.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 452, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 1,370 | 686 | 684 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 70 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 452 | 228 | 224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,063 | 559 | 504 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 127 | 180 |
Nearby Villages of Garhtorinha
Garhtorinha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kasiasasan | North-West | 0.80 km |
| Sanasurubila | South | 0.82 km |
| Balipada | South-West | 0.90 km |
| Badasurubila | East | 1.09 km |
| Bandhapadadas Purusottampur | South-West | 1.37 km |
| Torabanga | North-East | 1.49 km |
| Kotakosanga | South | 1.50 km |
| Nijogakasati | North | 1.53 km |
| Resinga | North-West | 1.98 km |
| Badagan | East | 2.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garhtorinha
Public transport in the Garhtorinha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bir Purushottampur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Garhtorinha is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Garhtorinha is about 40 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 Garhtorinha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhtorinha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garhtorinha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhtorinha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garhtorinha
Where is Garhtorinha located?
Garhtorinha village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garhtorinha?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhtorinha is Badasirivila.
What is the pincode of Garhtorinha?
The pincode of Garhtorinha is 752105.
What is the population of Garhtorinha?
Garhtorinha had a total population of 1,370, including 686 males and 684 females.
How many households are there in Garhtorinha?
Garhtorinha had 318 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garhtorinha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhtorinha was 85.73%. Male literacy was 90.75% and female literacy was 80.77%.