Garda - Durgkondal, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Garda is a village situated in the Durgkondal tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Durgkondal and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Sadhumichagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garda is 447754. The village covers a total geographical area of 183.55 hectares and falls under the 494669 pincode. Bhanupratappur is the nearest town, located about 45 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 Bhanupratappur 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 81 people, including 42 males and 39 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.39%, with male literacy at 62.50% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 81.
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 | 81 | 42 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 42 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 20 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 22 | 29 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Garda. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Garda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanupratappur to Garda is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Garda is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 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 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garda
Where is Garda located?
Garda village is located in Durgkondal Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garda?
The Gram Panchayat of Garda is Sadhumichagaon.
What is the pincode of Garda?
The pincode of Garda is 494669.
What is the population of Garda?
Garda had a total population of 81, including 42 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Garda?
Garda had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garda was 48.39%. Male literacy was 62.50% and female literacy was 33.33%.