Garaunda
Garaunda is a village located in Holi tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 105km away from district headquarter Holi. Holi is the sub-district headquarter of Garaunda village. As per 2009 stats, Bajol is the gram panchayat of Garaunda village.
Garaunda has its own place in the vibrant Chamba 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 Garaunda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garaunda is 008122. The village spans a total geographical area of 693.61 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176309. Chamba is nearest town to Garaunda village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Garaunda 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 Bharmour Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Garaunda
Population of Garaunda
Below is a concise population overview of Garaunda 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 | 243 | 123 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 243 | 123 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 78 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 45 | 62 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Garaunda village:
- The total population of Garaunda village is around 243, including approximately 123 males and 120 females, with a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 26 children aged 0–6 years in Garaunda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Garaunda village has 243 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Garaunda village is about 55.97%, with male literacy at 63.41% and female literacy at 48.33%.
- There are around 53 households in Garaunda village.
Connectivity of Garaunda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garaunda. As per the 2011 stats, Garaunda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Garaunda
Knowing the nearby villages of Garaunda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garaunda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garaunda
- Where is Garaunda located?
- Garaunda village is situated in Holi Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garaunda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Garaunda is Bajol (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Garaunda?
- The pincode of Garaunda is 176309, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Garaunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garaunda is 243, with 123 males and 120 females.
- How many households are there in Garaunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garaunda village has a total of 53 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garaunda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garaunda is 55.97%. The male literacy rate is 63.41%, while the female literacy rate is 48.33%.