Garkatra - Ajgarbahar, Korba
Garkatra is a village situated in the Ajgarbahar tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 45 km from Korba and around 45 km from Korba. Makhurapani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garkatra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garkatra is 436280. The village covers a total geographical area of 424.79 hectares and falls under the 495684 pincode. Korba is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Garkatra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garkatra
According to the 2011 Census, Garkatra village had a total population of 364 people, including 191 males and 173 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.20%, with male literacy at 61.73% and female literacy at 35.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 293.
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 | 364 | 191 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 29 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 293 | 152 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 153 | 100 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 91 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Garkatra
Garkatra 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 Garkatra
Garkatra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Korba to Garkatra is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garkatra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garkatra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garkatra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garkatra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garkatra
Where is Garkatra located?
Garkatra village is located in Ajgarbahar Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garkatra?
The Gram Panchayat of Garkatra is Makhurapani.
What is the pincode of Garkatra?
The pincode of Garkatra is 495684.
What is the population of Garkatra?
Garkatra had a total population of 364, including 191 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Garkatra?
Garkatra had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garkatra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garkatra was 49.20%. Male literacy was 61.73% and female literacy was 35.57%.