Garka

Garka is a village located in Pathargama subdivision of Godda district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Pathargama (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Godda. As per 2009 stats, Wishaha is the gram panchayat of Garka village.

Garka has its own place in the vibrant Godda 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 Garka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garka is 356994. The village spans a total geographical area of 20 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814133. Pathargama is nearest town to Garka village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Garka

Below is a concise population overview of Garka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 172 86 86
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 18 8 10
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 119 69 50
Illiterate Population 53 17 36

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Garka village:

  • The total population of Garka village is around 172, including approximately 86 males and 86 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 18 children aged 0–6 years in Garka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Garka village is about 69.19%, with male literacy at 80.23% and female literacy at 58.14%.
  • There are around 41 households in Garka village.

Connectivity of Garka

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Garka

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Garka

Where is Garka located?
Garka village is situated in Pathargama Subdivision, within the Godda district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garka?
The Gram Panchayat of Garka is Wishaha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Garka?
The pincode of Garka is 814133, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Garka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garka is 172, with 86 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Garka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Garka village has a total of 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garka is 69.19%. The male literacy rate is 80.23%, while the female literacy rate is 58.14%.