Garatal
Garatal is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Gharattal is the gram panchayat of Garatal village.
Garatal has its own place in the vibrant Jammu region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Garatal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garatal is 005448. The village spans a total geographical area of 396.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181201. Akhnoor is nearest town to Garatal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Garatal
Population of Garatal
Below is a concise population overview of Garatal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 906 | 464 | 442 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 62 | 70 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 63 | 46 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 145 | 72 | 73 |
Literate Population | 540 | 316 | 224 |
Illiterate Population | 366 | 148 | 218 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Garatal village:
- The total population of Garatal village is around 906, including approximately 464 males and 442 females, with a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 132 children aged 0–6 years in Garatal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Garatal village has 109 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 145 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Garatal village is about 59.60%, with male literacy at 68.10% and female literacy at 50.68%.
- There are around 203 households in Garatal village.
Connectivity of Garatal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garatal. As per the 2011 stats, Garatal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Garatal
Knowing the nearby villages of Garatal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garatal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garatal
- Where is Garatal located?
- Garatal village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garatal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Garatal is Gharattal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Garatal?
- The pincode of Garatal is 181201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Garatal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garatal is 906, with 464 males and 442 females.
- How many households are there in Garatal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garatal village has a total of 203 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garatal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garatal is 59.60%. The male literacy rate is 68.10%, while the female literacy rate is 50.68%.