Garlagudi - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Garlagudi is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Telengapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garlagudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garlagudi is 425020. The village covers a total geographical area of 102 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 170 km away.
Garlagudi 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 Garlagudi
According to the 2011 Census, Garlagudi village had a total population of 311 people, including 158 males and 153 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 17.67%, with male literacy at 32.80% and female literacy at 2.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 262.
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 | 311 | 158 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 33 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 262 | 130 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 41 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 117 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Garlagudi
Garlagudi 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 Garlagudi
Garlagudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Garlagudi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Garlagudi is about 170 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Garlagudi is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garlagudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garlagudi 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 Garlagudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garlagudi 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 Garlagudi
Where is Garlagudi located?
Garlagudi village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garlagudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Garlagudi is Telengapadar.
What is the pincode of Garlagudi?
The pincode of Garlagudi is 765020.
What is the population of Garlagudi?
Garlagudi had a total population of 311, including 158 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Garlagudi?
Garlagudi had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garlagudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garlagudi was 17.67%. Male literacy was 32.80% and female literacy was 2.42%.