Garjan - Lathikata, Sundargarh
Garjan is a village situated in the Lathikata tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Brahmani Tarang and around 100 km from Sundargarh. Garjan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garjan is 384581. The village covers a total geographical area of 926 hectares and falls under the 769004 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Garjan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajgangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garjan
As per Census 2011, Garjan village has a total population of 2,764 people, consisting of 1,372 males and 1,392 females. The village has 597 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 366 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,472 literate and 1,292 illiterate residents. Additionally, 213 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,136 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garjan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,764 | 1,372 | 1,392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 366 | 191 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 107 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,136 | 1,057 | 1,079 |
| Literate Population | 1,472 | 820 | 652 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,292 | 552 | 740 |
Nearby Villages of Garjan
Garjan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tumran | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Birual | South | 2.66 km |
| Dandiapali | North-West | 2.81 km |
| Gutidarha | West | 4.49 km |
| Kansar | South-East | 4.73 km |
| Dalakudar | South-West | 5.45 km |
| Buchahanda | South | 5.51 km |
| Khairbani | South | 5.65 km |
| Gopapali | North-West | 5.75 km |
| Jamunanaki | North | 6.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garjan
Garjan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Panposh, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.3 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 Garjan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Garjan is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garjan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garjan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garjan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garjan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garjan
Where is Garjan located?
Garjan village is located in Lathikata Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garjan?
Garjan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garjan?
The pincode of Garjan is 769004.
What is the population of Garjan?
Garjan has a total population of 2,764, including 1,372 males and 1,392 females.
How many households are there in Garjan?
There are 597 households in Garjan.
What is the literacy rate in Garjan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garjan is 53.26%. Male literacy is 59.77% and female literacy is 46.84%.