Gargama

Gargama is a village located in Bariyatu subdivision of Latehar district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Bariatu (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Latehar. As per 2009 stats, Goniya is the gram panchayat of Gargama village.

Gargama has its own place in the vibrant Latehar 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 Gargama

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gargama is 367437. The village spans a total geographical area of 762 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 829202. Ranchi is nearest town to Gargama village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Gargama 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 Latehar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chatra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Gargama

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,134 577 557
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 185 89 96
Scheduled Castes (SC) 261 121 140
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 43 20 23
Literate Population 664 403 261
Illiterate Population 470 174 296

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

  • The total population of Gargama village is around 1,134, including approximately 577 males and 557 females, with a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 185 children aged 0–6 years in Gargama village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gargama village has 261 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 43 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gargama village is about 58.55%, with male literacy at 69.84% and female literacy at 46.86%.
  • There are around 209 households in Gargama village.

Connectivity of Gargama

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

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

Nearby Villages of Gargama

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Gargama

Where is Gargama located?
Gargama village is situated in Bariyatu Subdivision, within the Latehar district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gargama?
The Gram Panchayat of Gargama is Goniya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gargama?
The pincode of Gargama is 829202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gargama as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gargama is 1,134, with 577 males and 557 females.
How many households are there in Gargama as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gargama village has a total of 209 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gargama as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gargama is 58.55%. The male literacy rate is 69.84%, while the female literacy rate is 46.86%.