Garu
About Garu
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Garu village is 022315. Garu village is located in Kandaghat tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 37km away from district headquarter Kandaghat. Kandaghat is the sub-district headquarter of Garu village. As per 2009 stats, Wakna is the gram panchayat of Garu village.
The total geographical area of village is 49.98 hectares. Garu has a total population of 167 peoples, out of which male population is 84 while female population is 83. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 988 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of garu village is 80.24% out of which 86.90% males and 73.49% females are literate. There are about 36 houses in garu village. Pincode of garu village locality is 173213.
When it comes to administration, Garu village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Garu village comes under Solan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Shimla is nearest town to garu village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Garu
The population details of Garu cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 167 | 84 | 83 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 134 | 73 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 11 | 22 |
Connectivity of Garu
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Garu
Where is Garu located?
Garu village is situated in Kandaghat Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garu?
The Gram Panchayat of Garu is Wakna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Garu?
The pincode of Garu is 173213, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Garu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garu is 167, with 84 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Garu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Garu village has a total of 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garu is 80.24%. The male literacy rate is 86.90%, while the female literacy rate is 73.49%.