Garpa - Kohkameta, Narayanpur
Garpa is a village situated in the Kohkameta tehsil of Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 117 km from Orchha and around 52 km from Narayanpur. Garpa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garpa is 449880. The village falls under the 494661 pincode. Narayanpur is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Garpa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narayanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garpa
According to the 2011 Census, Garpa village had a total population of 237 people, including 118 males and 119 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.22%, with male literacy at 73.68% and female literacy at 40.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 222.
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 | 237 | 118 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 23 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 222 | 112 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 70 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 48 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Garpa
Garpa 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 Garpa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Garpa.
| 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 Narayanpur to Garpa is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garpa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garpa 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Garpa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garpa 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 Garpa
Where is Garpa located?
Garpa village is located in Kohkameta Tehsil, Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garpa?
Garpa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garpa?
The pincode of Garpa is 494661.
What is the population of Garpa?
Garpa had a total population of 237, including 118 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Garpa?
Garpa had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garpa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garpa was 57.22%. Male literacy was 73.68% and female literacy was 40.22%.