Gargadia - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Gargadia is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahunipara and around 162 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Rajamunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gargadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gargadia is 384865. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 770040 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Gargadia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gargadia
According to the 2011 Census, Gargadia village had a total population of 150 people, including 78 males and 72 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.12%, with male literacy at 98.51% and female literacy at 75.38%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 150 | 78 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 66 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 12 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Gargadia
Gargadia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamumal (jammal) | North | 0.63 km |
| Deoposh | West | 0.96 km |
| Saradhapur | North-West | 1.23 km |
| Arkeikela | South-East | 1.29 km |
| Rajamunda | North | 1.38 km |
| Kaliaposh | South-West | 1.59 km |
| Kenapali | East | 1.84 km |
| Mishrapali | North-West | 2.09 km |
| Surupatla | West | 2.18 km |
| Bad-tumkela | South | 2.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gargadia
Public transport in the Gargadia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bimlagarh Junction, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Gargadia is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Gargadia is about 162 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gargadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gargadia 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gargadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gargadia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gargadia
Where is Gargadia located?
Gargadia village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gargadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Gargadia is Rajamunda.
What is the pincode of Gargadia?
The pincode of Gargadia is 770040.
What is the population of Gargadia?
Gargadia had a total population of 150, including 78 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Gargadia?
Gargadia had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gargadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gargadia was 87.12%. Male literacy was 98.51% and female literacy was 75.38%.