Garka
Garka is a village located in Dondi Luhara tehsil of Durg district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Dondiluhara (tehsildar office) and 61km away from district headquarter Durg. As per 2009 stats, Garka village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Garka unique in its vibrant Dondi Luhara-Durg region. You’ll see Garka’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Garka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garka is 442991. The village spans a total geographical area of 506.83 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491771. Dondiluhara is nearest town to Garka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Garka village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gunderdehi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Garka
Population of Garka
According to the 2011 Census, Garka has a total population of about 1,294, with approximately 650 males and 644 females. The sex ratio is around 990 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 147 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 278 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 664. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.63%, with male literacy at about 78.77% and female literacy near 60.40%. There are around 280 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Garka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,294 | 650 | 644 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 82 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 278 | 141 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 664 | 333 | 331 |
| Literate Population | 901 | 512 | 389 |
| Illiterate Population | 393 | 138 | 255 |
Connectivity of Garka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garka. As per the 2011 stats, Garka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Garka
Knowing the nearby villages of Garka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garka
- Where is Garka located?
- Garka village is situated in Dondi Luhara Tehsil, within the Durg district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garka?
- Garka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Garka?
- The pincode of Garka is 491771, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Garka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garka is 1,294, with 650 males and 644 females.
- How many households are there in Garka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garka village has a total of 280 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garka is 69.63%. The male literacy rate is 78.77%, while the female literacy rate is 60.40%.