Garra - Rengakharkala, Kabeerdham
Garra is a village situated in the Rengakharkala tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 70 km from Bodla and around 95 km from Kawardha. Boda 47 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garra is 439529. The village covers a total geographical area of 126.03 hectares and falls under the 491888 pincode. Sahaspur-lohara is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Garra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the KAWARDHA Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garra
As per Census 2011, Garra village has a total population of 169 people, consisting of 96 males and 73 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 760 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 50 literate and 119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 137 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 169 | 96 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 137 | 77 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 37 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 59 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Garra
Garra 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 Garra
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Garra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Sahaspur-lohara to Garra is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Garra is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garra 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garra
Where is Garra located?
Garra village is located in Rengakharkala Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garra?
The Gram Panchayat of Garra is Boda 47.
What is the pincode of Garra?
The pincode of Garra is 491888.
What is the population of Garra?
Garra has a total population of 169, including 96 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Garra?
There are 36 households in Garra.
What is the literacy rate in Garra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garra is 29.59%. Male literacy is 38.54% and female literacy is 17.81%.