Garja - Tarbha, Sonepur
Garja is a village situated in the Tarbha tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from Tarbha and around 45 km from Subarnapur. Jhartarva serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garja is 419679. The village covers a total geographical area of 178 hectares and falls under the 767016 pincode. Tarbha is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Garja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonepur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garja
As per Census 2011, Garja village has a total population of 1,039 people, consisting of 533 males and 506 females. The village has 249 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 645 literate and 394 illiterate residents. Additionally, 221 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garja are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,039 | 533 | 506 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 70 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 221 | 118 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 645 | 377 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 394 | 156 | 238 |
Nearby Villages of Garja
Garja is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Barkani | South-East | 1.41 km |
| Jhartarbha | North-East | 1.56 km |
| Sargijharia | South | 1.67 km |
| Sibtula | North | 1.73 km |
| Bheluapadar | South-East | 1.90 km |
| Manhira | North-West | 2.24 km |
| Bhaludunguri | South-East | 2.40 km |
| Haridapali | North-East | 2.46 km |
| Deogaon | South | 2.58 km |
| Bainrasar | West | 2.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garja
Garja is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Balangir Road, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tarbha to Garja is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Garja is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garja 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 Garja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Garja
Where is Garja located?
Garja village is located in Tarbha Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garja?
The Gram Panchayat of Garja is Jhartarva.
What is the pincode of Garja?
The pincode of Garja is 767016.
What is the population of Garja?
Garja has a total population of 1,039, including 533 males and 506 females.
How many households are there in Garja?
There are 249 households in Garja.
What is the literacy rate in Garja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garja is 62.08%. Male literacy is 70.73% and female literacy is 52.96%.