Garida
Garida is a village located in Wankaner taluka of Rajkot district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Wankaner (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Rajkot. As per 2009 stats, Garida village is also a gram panchayat.
Garida has its own place in the vibrant Rajkot region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Garida
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garida is 512848. The village spans a total geographical area of 1152.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 363621. Wankaner is nearest town to Garida village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Garida village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Wankaner Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Rajkot Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Garida
Population of Garida
Below is a concise population overview of Garida as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Garida village:
- The total population of Garida village is around 955, including approximately 500 males and 455 females, with a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 133 children aged 0–6 years in Garida village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Garida village has 38 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 30 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Garida village is about 63.66%, with male literacy at 73.00% and female literacy at 53.41%.
- There are around 160 households in Garida village.
Connectivity of Garida
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garida. As per the 2011 stats, Garida had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Garida
Knowing the nearby villages of Garida helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garida.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garida
- Where is Garida located?
- Garida village is situated in Wankaner Taluka, within the Rajkot district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garida?
- Garida serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Garida?
- The pincode of Garida is 363621, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Garida as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garida is 955, with 500 males and 455 females.
- How many households are there in Garida as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garida village has a total of 160 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garida as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garida is 63.66%. The male literacy rate is 73.00%, while the female literacy rate is 53.41%.