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.
Here you can discover what makes Garida unique in its vibrant Wankaner-Rajkot region. You’ll see Garida’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Garida has a total population of about 955, with approximately 500 males and 455 females. The sex ratio is around 910 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 133 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 38 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 30. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.66%, with male literacy at about 73.00% and female literacy near 53.41%. There are around 160 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Garida's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.