Gara
Gara is a village located in Kamdara subdivision of Gumla district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 51km away from sub-district headquarter Kamdara (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Gumla. As per 2009 stats, Surhu is the gram panchayat of Gara village.
Gara has its own place in the vibrant Gumla 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 Gara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gara is 375865. The village spans a total geographical area of 705 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835227. Kamdara 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 Sisai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Lohardaga Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gara
Population of Gara
Below is a concise population overview of Gara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,331 | 656 | 675 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 112 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 793 | 394 | 399 |
| Literate Population | 795 | 450 | 345 |
| Illiterate Population | 536 | 206 | 330 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gara village:
- The total population of Gara village is around 1,331, including approximately 656 males and 675 females, with a sex ratio of 1028 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 222 children aged 0–6 years in Gara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gara village has 11 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 793 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gara village is about 59.73%, with male literacy at 68.60% and female literacy at 51.11%.
- There are around 267 households in Gara village.
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 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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 Kamdara Subdivision, within the Gumla district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gara is Surhu (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 835227, 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 1,331, with 656 males and 675 females.
- How many households are there in Gara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gara village has a total of 267 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gara is 59.73%. The male literacy rate is 68.60%, while the female literacy rate is 51.11%.