Garala Char - Baghbor, Barpeta
Garala Char is a village situated in the Baghbor subdivision of Barpeta district, Assam. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandia Bardalani , Baghbor and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Barpeta. Dighirpam Manikpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garala Char village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garala Char is 282809. The village covers a total geographical area of 118.15 hectares and falls under the 781308 pincode. Barpeta is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Garala Char village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chenga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhubri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garala Char
According to the 2011 Census, Garala Char village had a total population of 177 people, including 97 males and 80 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 825 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.78%, with male literacy at 27.85% and female literacy at 18.75%.
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 | 177 | 97 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 22 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 75 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Garala Char
Garala Char 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 Garala Char
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Garala Char.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barpeta to Garala Char is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garala Char
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garala Char village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garala Char
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garala Char 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garala Char
Where is Garala Char located?
Garala Char village is located in Baghbor Subdivision, Barpeta district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garala Char?
The Gram Panchayat of Garala Char is Dighirpam Manikpur.
What is the pincode of Garala Char?
The pincode of Garala Char is 781308.
What is the population of Garala Char?
Garala Char had a total population of 177, including 97 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Garala Char?
Garala Char had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garala Char?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garala Char was 23.78%. Male literacy was 27.85% and female literacy was 18.75%.