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
According to the 2011 Census, Garana village had a total population of 320 people, including 159 males and 161 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.81%, with male literacy at 77.44% and female literacy at 50.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 123, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 43.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 320, including 159 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Garana?
Garana had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garana was 63.81%. Male literacy was 77.44% and female literacy was 50.37%.