Garposh - Bamara, Sambalpur
Garposh is a village situated in the Bamara tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Govindpur and around 69 km from Sambalpur. Garposh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garposh is 381302. The village covers a total geographical area of 884 hectares and falls under the 768224 pincode. Rajagangapur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Garposh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garposh
According to the 2011 Census, Garposh village had a total population of 1,598 people, including 727 males and 871 females, living in 352 households. The sex ratio was 1,198 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.72%, with male literacy at 74.48% and female literacy at 65.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 228, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,113.
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 | 1,598 | 727 | 871 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 100 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 228 | 111 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,113 | 497 | 616 |
| Literate Population | 981 | 467 | 514 |
| Illiterate Population | 617 | 260 | 357 |
Nearby Villages of Garposh
Garposh 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 Garposh
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Garposh. Garposh has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajagangapur to Garposh is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Garposh is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garposh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garposh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garposh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garposh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garposh
Where is Garposh located?
Garposh village is located in Bamara Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garposh?
Garposh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garposh?
The pincode of Garposh is 768224.
What is the population of Garposh?
Garposh had a total population of 1,598, including 727 males and 871 females.
How many households are there in Garposh?
Garposh had 352 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garposh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garposh was 69.72%. Male literacy was 74.48% and female literacy was 65.90%.