Garida - Wankaner, Morbi
Garida is a village situated in the Wankaner taluka of Morbi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from Wankaner and around 38 km from Rajkot. Garida village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garida is 512848. The village covers a total geographical area of 1152.62 hectares and falls under the 363621 pincode. Wankaner is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Garida village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wankaner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garida
According to the 2011 Census, Garida village had a total population of 955 people, including 500 males and 455 females, living in 160 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.97%, with male literacy at 83.91% and female literacy at 62.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 30.
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 | 955 | 500 | 455 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 65 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 16 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 608 | 365 | 243 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 135 | 212 |
Nearby Villages of Garida
Garida 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 Garida
Garida is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Wankaner to Garida is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Garida is about 38 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 Garida
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garida 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 Garida
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garida 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Garida
Where is Garida located?
Garida village is located in Wankaner Taluka, Morbi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garida?
Garida is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garida?
The pincode of Garida is 363621.
What is the population of Garida?
Garida had a total population of 955, including 500 males and 455 females.
How many households are there in Garida?
Garida had 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garida?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garida was 73.97%. Male literacy was 83.91% and female literacy was 62.79%.