Garaput - Kolnara, Rayagada
Garaput is a village situated in the Kolnara tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from Rayagada and around 24 km from Rayagada . Kartikaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garaput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garaput is 426219. The village covers a total geographical area of 13 hectares and falls under the 765018 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Garaput 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 Garaput
As per Census 2011, Garaput village has a total population of 388 people, consisting of 195 males and 193 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 147 literate and 241 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 232 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garaput are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 388 | 195 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 34 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 31 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 232 | 120 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 92 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 103 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Garaput
Garaput 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 Garaput
Public transport in the Garaput is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Garaput.
| 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 <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Garaput is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Garaput is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garaput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garaput village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garaput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garaput 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 Garaput
Where is Garaput located?
Garaput village is located in Kolnara Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garaput?
The Gram Panchayat of Garaput is Kartikaguda.
What is the pincode of Garaput?
The pincode of Garaput is 765018.
What is the population of Garaput?
Garaput has a total population of 388, including 195 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Garaput?
There are 79 households in Garaput.
What is the literacy rate in Garaput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garaput is 37.89%. Male literacy is 47.18% and female literacy is 28.50%.