Garu

Garu is a village located in Kanke subdivision of Ranchi district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Kanke (tehsildar office) and 7km away from district headquarter Ranchi. As per 2009 stats, Jaipur is the gram panchayat of Garu village.

Garu has its own place in the vibrant Ranchi 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 Garu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garu is 373542. The village spans a total geographical area of 212 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 834006. Kanke is nearest town to Garu village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Garu 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 Kanke Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ranchi 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 Garu

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,325 664 661
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 145 82 63
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 143 72 71
Literate Population 739 450 289
Illiterate Population 586 214 372

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

  • The total population of Garu village is around 1,325, including approximately 664 males and 661 females, with a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 145 children aged 0–6 years in Garu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Garu village has 143 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Garu village is about 55.77%, with male literacy at 67.77% and female literacy at 43.72%.
  • There are around 261 households in Garu village.

Connectivity of Garu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garu. As per the 2011 stats, Garu 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Garu

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Garu

Where is Garu located?
Garu village is situated in Kanke Subdivision, within the Ranchi district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garu?
The Gram Panchayat of Garu is Jaipur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Garu?
The pincode of Garu is 834006, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Garu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garu is 1,325, with 664 males and 661 females.
How many households are there in Garu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Garu village has a total of 261 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garu is 55.77%. The male literacy rate is 67.77%, while the female literacy rate is 43.72%.