Gara

Gara is a village located in Kandaghat tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 32km away from district headquarter Kandaghat. Kandaghat is the sub-district headquarter of Gara village. As per 2009 stats, Podhna is the gram panchayat of Gara village.

Here you can discover what makes Gara unique in its vibrant Kandaghat-Solan region. You’ll see Gara’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 Gara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gara is 022350. The village spans a total geographical area of 33.52 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173215. Sabathu is nearest town to Gara village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Gara 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 Solan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Gara

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Population of Gara

According to the 2011 Census, Gara has a total population of about 53, with approximately 26 males and 27 females. The sex ratio is around 1038 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 6 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.25%, with male literacy at about 84.62% and female literacy near 74.07%. There are around 8 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 53 26 27
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 6 3 3
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 42 22 20
Illiterate Population 11 4 7

Connectivity of Gara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gara. As per the 2011 stats, Gara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Gara

Knowing the nearby villages of Gara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gara.

Frequently Asked Questions about Gara

Where is Gara located?
Gara village is situated in Kandaghat Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gara?
The Gram Panchayat of Gara is Podhna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gara?
The pincode of Gara is 173215, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gara is 53, with 26 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Gara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gara village has a total of 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gara is 79.25%. The male literacy rate is 84.62%, while the female literacy rate is 74.07%.