Garamli (Charkha) - Dhari, Amreli
Garamli (Charkha) is a village situated in the Dhari taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Garamli Charkha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garamli (Charkha) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garamli (Charkha) is 515676. The village covers a total geographical area of 725.35 hectares and falls under the 365630 pincode. Chalala is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Garamli (Charkha) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garamli (Charkha)
According to the 2011 Census, Garamli (Charkha) village had a total population of 969 people, including 490 males and 479 females, living in 211 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.22%, with male literacy at 75.18% and female literacy at 61.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 88.
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 | 969 | 490 | 479 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 67 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 43 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 584 | 318 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 385 | 172 | 213 |
Nearby Villages of Garamli (Charkha)
Garamli (Charkha) 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 Garamli (Charkha)
Garamli (Charkha) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Garamli (Charkha).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chalala to Garamli (Charkha) is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Garamli (Charkha) is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garamli (Charkha)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garamli (Charkha) 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garamli (Charkha)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garamli (Charkha) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Garamli (Charkha)
Where is Garamli (Charkha) located?
Garamli (Charkha) village is located in Dhari Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garamli (Charkha)?
The Gram Panchayat of Garamli (Charkha) is Garamli Charkha.
What is the pincode of Garamli (Charkha)?
The pincode of Garamli (Charkha) is 365630.
What is the population of Garamli (Charkha)?
Garamli (Charkha) had a total population of 969, including 490 males and 479 females.
How many households are there in Garamli (Charkha)?
Garamli (Charkha) had 211 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garamli (Charkha)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garamli (Charkha) was 68.22%. Male literacy was 75.18% and female literacy was 61.43%.