Garnai - Sonhat, Korea
Garnai is a village situated in the Sonhat tehsil of Korea district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 39 km from Sonhat and around 74 km from Baikunthpur. Ramgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garnai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garnai is 431512. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.3 hectares and falls under the 497339 pincode. Baikunthpur is the nearest town, located about 74 km away.
Garnai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baikunthpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garnai
As per Census 2011, Garnai village has a total population of 154 people, consisting of 76 males and 78 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 70 literate and 84 illiterate residents. Additionally, 154 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garnai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 154 | 76 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 154 | 76 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 42 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 34 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Garnai
Garnai 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 Garnai
Garnai 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baikunthpur to Garnai is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garnai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garnai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Garnai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garnai 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 Garnai
Where is Garnai located?
Garnai village is located in Sonhat Tehsil, Korea district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garnai?
The Gram Panchayat of Garnai is Ramgarh.
What is the pincode of Garnai?
The pincode of Garnai is 497339.
What is the population of Garnai?
Garnai has a total population of 154, including 76 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Garnai?
There are 40 households in Garnai.
What is the literacy rate in Garnai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garnai is 45.45%. Male literacy is 55.26% and female literacy is 35.90%.