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.
Garka has its own place in the vibrant Durg 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Garka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Garka village:
- The total population of Garka village is around 1,294, including approximately 650 males and 644 females, with a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 147 children aged 0–6 years in Garka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Garka village has 278 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 664 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Garka village is about 69.63%, with male literacy at 78.77% and female literacy at 60.40%.
- There are around 280 households in Garka village.
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%.