Garjanjor - Hemgir, Sundargarh
Garjanjor is a village situated in the Hemgir tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hemgir and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Garjanjore serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garjanjor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garjanjor is 383527. The village covers a total geographical area of 638 hectares and falls under the 770013 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Garjanjor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundargarh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Garjanjor
According to the 2011 Census, Garjanjor village had a total population of 1,365 people, including 698 males and 667 females, living in 349 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.49%, with male literacy at 76.57% and female literacy at 62.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 163, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 602.
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 | 1,365 | 698 | 667 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 75 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 83 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 602 | 309 | 293 |
| Literate Population | 852 | 477 | 375 |
| Illiterate Population | 513 | 221 | 292 |
Nearby Villages of Garjanjor
Garjanjor 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 Garjanjor
Garjanjor 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 Sundargarh to Garjanjor is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garjanjor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garjanjor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garjanjor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garjanjor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garjanjor
Where is Garjanjor located?
Garjanjor village is located in Hemgir Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garjanjor?
The Gram Panchayat of Garjanjor is Garjanjore.
What is the pincode of Garjanjor?
The pincode of Garjanjor is 770013.
What is the population of Garjanjor?
Garjanjor had a total population of 1,365, including 698 males and 667 females.
How many households are there in Garjanjor?
Garjanjor had 349 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garjanjor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garjanjor was 69.49%. Male literacy was 76.57% and female literacy was 62.19%.