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
According to the 2011 Census, Gariabahal village had a total population of 815 people, including 273 males and 542 females, living in 143 households. The sex ratio was 1,985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.91%, with male literacy at 83.19% and female literacy at 82.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 131, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 496.
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 | 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 had a total population of 815, including 273 males and 542 females.
How many households are there in Gariabahal?
Gariabahal had 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gariabahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gariabahal was 82.91%. Male literacy was 83.19% and female literacy was 82.78%.