Garava - Siwani, Bhiwani
Garava is a village situated in the Siwani tehsil of Bhiwani district, Haryana. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Siwani and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bhiwani. Garwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garava village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garava is 061307. The village covers a total geographical area of 1624 hectares and falls under the 127043 pincode. Siwani is the nearest town.
Garava village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Loharu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwani-Mahendragarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garava
As per Census 2011, Garava village has a total population of 3,119 people, consisting of 1,641 males and 1,478 females. The village has 580 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 465 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,694 literate and 1,425 illiterate residents. Additionally, 870 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garava are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,119 | 1,641 | 1,478 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 465 | 241 | 224 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 870 | 454 | 416 |
| Literate Population | 1,694 | 1,065 | 629 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,425 | 576 | 849 |
Nearby Villages of Garava
Garava is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhakhran | South-West | 4.25 km |
| Sudhiwas | South | 4.61 km |
| Gagarwas | West | 4.65 km |
| Surpura Khurd | East | 4.68 km |
| Mitthi | North-East | 4.80 km |
| Khairoo Chhoti | South-West | 5.68 km |
| Khairoo Bari | South | 6.27 km |
| Ragha Bari | South-West | 6.55 km |
| Matani | North | 6.77 km |
| Suratpura | North-West | 6.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garava
Garava is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Laseri, while the nearest airport is Hissar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.0 km.
| 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 Bhiwani to Garava is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garava
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garava 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Garava
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garava village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garava
Where is Garava located?
Garava village is located in Siwani Tehsil, Bhiwani district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garava?
The Gram Panchayat of Garava is Garwa.
What is the pincode of Garava?
The pincode of Garava is 127043.
What is the population of Garava?
Garava has a total population of 3,119, including 1,641 males and 1,478 females.
How many households are there in Garava?
There are 580 households in Garava.
What is the literacy rate in Garava?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garava is 54.31%. Male literacy is 64.90% and female literacy is 42.56%.