Garvana - Rajagangapur, Sundargarh
Garvana is a village situated in the Rajagangapur tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajagangapur and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Garvana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garvana is 384217. The village covers a total geographical area of 145 hectares and falls under the 770017 pincode. Rajagangapur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Garvana 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 Garvana
According to the 2011 Census, Garvana village had a total population of 1,317 people, including 660 males and 657 females, living in 286 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.89%, with male literacy at 80.98% and female literacy at 58.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,246.
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 | 1,317 | 660 | 657 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 87 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,246 | 626 | 620 |
| Literate Population | 794 | 464 | 330 |
| Illiterate Population | 523 | 196 | 327 |
Nearby Villages of Garvana
Garvana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Padajampali | South-East | 1.15 km |
| Tilaimal | North | 1.28 km |
| Jampali | South-West | 1.35 km |
| Baipur | East | 1.50 km |
| Dudukabahal | North-West | 1.81 km |
| Kesramal | North-East | 2.44 km |
| Kunumuru | West | 3.01 km |
| Lamloi | South-West | 3.14 km |
| Jhagarpur | East | 3.15 km |
| Ramabahal | West | 3.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garvana
Garvana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Raj Gangpur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajagangapur to Garvana is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Garvana is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garvana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garvana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garvana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garvana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garvana
Where is Garvana located?
Garvana village is located in Rajagangapur Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garvana?
Garvana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garvana?
The pincode of Garvana is 770017.
What is the population of Garvana?
Garvana had a total population of 1,317, including 660 males and 657 females.
How many households are there in Garvana?
Garvana had 286 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garvana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garvana was 69.89%. Male literacy was 80.98% and female literacy was 58.61%.