Garida - Rajkot
Garida is a village situated in the Rajkot taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Chotila and around 75 km from Surendranagar. Garida village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garida is 512359. The village covers a total geographical area of 724.07 hectares and falls under the 360021 pincode. Chotila is the nearest town, located about 20 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 Chotila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garida
As per Census 2011, Garida village has a total population of 1,160 people, consisting of 598 males and 562 females. The village has 201 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 199 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 611 literate and 549 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garida are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,160 | 598 | 562 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 199 | 109 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 26 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 611 | 368 | 243 |
| Illiterate Population | 549 | 230 | 319 |
Transport and Connectivity of Garida
Garida is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chotila to Garida is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Garida is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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 Rajkot Taluka, Rajkot 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 360021.
What is the population of Garida?
Garida has a total population of 1,160, including 598 males and 562 females.
How many households are there in Garida?
There are 201 households in Garida.
What is the literacy rate in Garida?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garida is 52.67%. Male literacy is 61.54% and female literacy is 43.24%.