Garda - Aamabeda, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Garda is a village situated in the Aamabeda tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 65 km from Antagarh and around 145 km from Kanker. Gawadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garda is 448143. The village covers a total geographical area of 151.43 hectares and falls under the 494665 pincode. Antagarh is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Garda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garda
According to the 2011 Census, Garda village had a total population of 170 people, including 84 males and 86 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.11%, with male literacy at 35.48% and female literacy at 27.40%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 164.
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 | 170 | 84 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 22 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 164 | 82 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 62 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Garda
Garda 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 Garda
Garda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Antagarh to Garda is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Garda is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garda
Where is Garda located?
Garda village is located in Aamabeda Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garda?
The Gram Panchayat of Garda is Gawadi.
What is the pincode of Garda?
The pincode of Garda is 494665.
What is the population of Garda?
Garda had a total population of 170, including 84 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Garda?
Garda had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garda was 31.11%. Male literacy was 35.48% and female literacy was 27.40%.