Gariabahal - Jamankira, Sambalpur
Gariabahal is a village situated in the Jamankira tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamankira and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Fasimal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gariabahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gariabahal is 381871. The village covers a total geographical area of 264 hectares and falls under the 768107 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Gariabahal 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 Gariabahal
As per Census 2011, Gariabahal village has a total population of 815 people, consisting of 273 males and 542 females. The village has 143 households and a sex ratio of 1,985 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 621 literate and 194 illiterate residents. Additionally, 131 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 496 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gariabahal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 815 | 273 | 542 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 35 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 54 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 496 | 128 | 368 |
| Literate Population | 621 | 198 | 423 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 75 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Gariabahal
Gariabahal 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 Gariabahal
Gariabahal 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kochinda to Gariabahal is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Gariabahal is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gariabahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gariabahal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gariabahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gariabahal 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gariabahal
Where is Gariabahal located?
Gariabahal village is located in Jamankira Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gariabahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Gariabahal is Fasimal.
What is the pincode of Gariabahal?
The pincode of Gariabahal is 768107.
What is the population of Gariabahal?
Gariabahal has a total population of 815, including 273 males and 542 females.
How many households are there in Gariabahal?
There are 143 households in Gariabahal.
What is the literacy rate in Gariabahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gariabahal is 76.20%. Male literacy is 72.53% and female literacy is 78.04%.