Garkar

Garkar is a village located in Chanan subdivision of Banka district in Bihar, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Chanan (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Banka. As per 2009 stats, Koriya is the gram panchayat of Garkar village.

Garkar has its own place in the vibrant Banka region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Garkar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garkar is 241933. The village spans a total geographical area of 177 hectares. Deoghar(jharkhand) is nearest town to Garkar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.

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Population of Garkar

Below is a concise population overview of Garkar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 328 180 148
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 86 48 38
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 322 177 145
Literate Population 76 47 29
Illiterate Population 252 133 119

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Garkar village:

  • The total population of Garkar village is around 328, including approximately 180 males and 148 females, with a sex ratio of 822 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 86 children aged 0–6 years in Garkar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Garkar village has 322 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Garkar village is about 23.17%, with male literacy at 26.11% and female literacy at 19.59%.
  • There are around 67 households in Garkar village.

Connectivity of Garkar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garkar. As per the 2011 stats, Garkar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Garkar

Knowing the nearby villages of Garkar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garkar.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Garkar

Where is Garkar located?
Garkar village is situated in Chanan Subdivision, within the Banka district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garkar?
The Gram Panchayat of Garkar is Koriya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Garkar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garkar is 328, with 180 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Garkar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Garkar village has a total of 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garkar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garkar is 23.17%. The male literacy rate is 26.11%, while the female literacy rate is 19.59%.