Garmala - Matar, Kheda
Garmala is a village situated in the Matar taluka of Kheda district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Matar and around 9 km from the district headquarters in Nadiad. Garmala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garmala is 517542. The village covers a total geographical area of 563.84 hectares and falls under the 387510 pincode. Nadiad is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Garmala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Matar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garmala
According to the 2011 Census, Garmala village had a total population of 2,185 people, including 1,123 males and 1,062 females, living in 407 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.28%, with male literacy at 86.62% and female literacy at 71.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 143, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 2,185 | 1,123 | 1,062 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 298 | 159 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 79 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,496 | 835 | 661 |
| Illiterate Population | 689 | 288 | 401 |
Nearby Villages of Garmala
Garmala 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 Garmala
Garmala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Garmala has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nadiad to Garmala is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garmala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garmala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garmala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garmala 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garmala
Where is Garmala located?
Garmala village is located in Matar Taluka, Kheda district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garmala?
Garmala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garmala?
The pincode of Garmala is 387510.
What is the population of Garmala?
Garmala had a total population of 2,185, including 1,123 males and 1,062 females.
How many households are there in Garmala?
Garmala had 407 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garmala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garmala was 79.28%. Male literacy was 86.62% and female literacy was 71.61%.