Garana - Kakira, Chamba
Garana is a village situated in the Kakira tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from Chamba. Gadana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garana is 007533. The village covers a total geographical area of 248 hectares and falls under the 176326 pincode. Bakloh(cb) is the nearest town.
Garana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhattiyat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garana
As per Census 2011, Garana village has a total population of 320 people, consisting of 159 males and 161 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 171 literate and 149 illiterate residents. Additionally, 123 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 43 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 320 | 159 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 60 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 25 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 171 | 103 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 56 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Garana
Garana is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Garana
Garana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Chamba to Garana is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Garana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garana
Where is Garana located?
Garana village is located in Kakira Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garana?
The Gram Panchayat of Garana is Gadana.
What is the pincode of Garana?
The pincode of Garana is 176326.
What is the population of Garana?
Garana has a total population of 320, including 159 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Garana?
There are 64 households in Garana.
What is the literacy rate in Garana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garana is 53.44%. Male literacy is 64.78% and female literacy is 42.24%.