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.

Here you can discover what makes Garaunda unique in its vibrant Holi-Chamba region. You’ll see Garaunda’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 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

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Population of Garaunda

According to the 2011 Census, Garaunda has a total population of about 243, with approximately 123 males and 120 females. The sex ratio is around 975 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 26 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 243. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.97%, with male literacy at about 63.41% and female literacy near 48.33%. There are around 53 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Garaunda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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%.