Garala Gaon - Baghbor, Barpeta
Garala Gaon is a village situated in the Baghbor subdivision of Barpeta district, Assam. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandia Bardalani , Baghbor and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Barpeta. Dighirpam Manikpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garala Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garala Gaon is 282808. The village covers a total geographical area of 272.55 hectares and falls under the 781308 pincode. Barpeta is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Garala Gaon 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 Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Garala Gaon village had a total population of 460 people, including 214 males and 246 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 1,150 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.44%, with male literacy at 33.33% and female literacy at 29.55%.
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 | 460 | 214 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 37 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 111 | 59 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 349 | 155 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Garala Gaon
Garala Gaon 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 Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Garala Gaon. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Garala Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barpeta to Garala Gaon is about 30 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 Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garala Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Garala Gaon
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 Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Garala Gaon
Where is Garala Gaon located?
Garala Gaon village is located in Baghbor Subdivision, Barpeta district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garala Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Garala Gaon is Dighirpam Manikpur.
What is the pincode of Garala Gaon?
The pincode of Garala Gaon is 781308.
What is the population of Garala Gaon?
Garala Gaon had a total population of 460, including 214 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Garala Gaon?
Garala Gaon had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garala Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garala Gaon was 31.44%. Male literacy was 33.33% and female literacy was 29.55%.