Garadi - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Garadi is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Chancharaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garadi is 425150. The village covers a total geographical area of 115 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Garadi 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 Garadi
According to the 2011 Census, Garadi village had a total population of 167 people, including 70 males and 97 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,386 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.06%, with male literacy at 65.57% and female literacy at 15.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 160.
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 | 167 | 70 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 9 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 160 | 67 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 40 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 30 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Garadi
Garadi 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 Garadi
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Garadi. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Garadi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Garadi is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Garadi is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garadi 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garadi 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 Garadi
Where is Garadi located?
Garadi village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Garadi is Chancharaguda.
What is the pincode of Garadi?
The pincode of Garadi is 765019.
What is the population of Garadi?
Garadi had a total population of 167, including 70 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Garadi?
Garadi had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garadi was 37.06%. Male literacy was 65.57% and female literacy was 15.85%.