Garar
Garar is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Sainth is the gram panchayat of Garar village.
Here you can discover what makes Garar unique in its vibrant Akhnoor-Jammu region. You’ll see Garar’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 Garar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garar is 005627. The village spans a total geographical area of 198.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181203. Khour is nearest town to Garar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Garar
Population of Garar
According to the 2011 Census, Garar has a total population of about 1,208, with approximately 600 males and 608 females. The sex ratio is around 1013 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 180 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 298 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.59%, with male literacy at about 74.17% and female literacy near 73.03%. There are around 342 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Garar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,208 | 600 | 608 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 109 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 298 | 151 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 889 | 445 | 444 |
| Illiterate Population | 319 | 155 | 164 |
Connectivity of Garar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garar. As per the 2011 stats, Garar 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 Garar
Knowing the nearby villages of Garar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garar
- Where is Garar located?
- Garar village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Garar is Sainth (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Garar?
- The pincode of Garar is 181203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Garar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garar is 1,208, with 600 males and 608 females.
- How many households are there in Garar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garar village has a total of 342 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garar is 73.59%. The male literacy rate is 74.17%, while the female literacy rate is 73.03%.