Garu - Gensi Eac, Lower Siang
Garu is a village situated in the Gensi Eac circle of Lower Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Gensi and around 90 km from Aalo. Garu Garu Camp New Bomte serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garu is 263686. The village falls under the 791121 pincode.
Garu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garu
According to the 2011 Census, Garu village had a total population of 81 people, including 44 males and 37 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 841 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.75%, with male literacy at 62.16% and female literacy at 36.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 59.
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 | 81 | 44 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 23 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 21 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Garu
Garu 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 Garu
Public transport in the Garu is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Aalo to Garu is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Garu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garu
Where is Garu located?
Garu village is located in Gensi Eac Circle, Lower Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garu?
The Gram Panchayat of Garu is Garu Garu Camp New Bomte.
What is the pincode of Garu?
The pincode of Garu is 791121.
What is the population of Garu?
Garu had a total population of 81, including 44 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Garu?
Garu had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garu was 50.75%. Male literacy was 62.16% and female literacy was 36.67%.