Gangarabaju Village - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Gangarabaju is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 75 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Raskola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gangarabaju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangarabaju is 425276. The village covers a total geographical area of 91 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Gangarabaju village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gangarabaju
As per Census 2011, Gangarabaju village has a total population of 82 people, consisting of 38 males and 44 females. The village has 19 households and a sex ratio of 1,157 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3 literate and 79 illiterate residents. Additionally, 82 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gangarabaju are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 82 | 38 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 38 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 36 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Gangarabaju
Gangarabaju 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 Gangarabaju
Gangarabaju is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Gunupur to Gangarabaju is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Gangarabaju is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gangarabaju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangarabaju 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gangarabaju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangarabaju village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gangarabaju
Where is Gangarabaju located?
Gangarabaju village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangarabaju?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangarabaju is Raskola.
What is the pincode of Gangarabaju?
The pincode of Gangarabaju is 765019.
What is the population of Gangarabaju?
Gangarabaju has a total population of 82, including 38 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Gangarabaju?
There are 19 households in Gangarabaju.
What is the literacy rate in Gangarabaju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangarabaju is 3.66%. Male literacy is 5.26% and female literacy is 2.27%.