Garga
Garga is a village located in Hospet taluka of Bellary district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Hospet (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Bellary. As per 2009 stats, Nagalapura is the gram panchayat of Garga village.
Garga has its own place in the vibrant Bellary 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 Garga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garga is 604711. The village spans a total geographical area of 4302.82 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 583214. Hospet is nearest town to Garga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
When it comes to local governance, Garga 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 Hagaribommanahalli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ballari 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 Garga
Below is a concise population overview of Garga 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 | 2,258 | 1,161 | 1,097 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 389 | 191 | 198 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 488 | 242 | 246 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 915 | 473 | 442 |
| Literate Population | 883 | 542 | 341 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,375 | 619 | 756 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Garga village:
- The total population of Garga village is around 2,258, including approximately 1,161 males and 1,097 females, with a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 389 children aged 0–6 years in Garga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Garga village has 488 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 915 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Garga village is about 39.11%, with male literacy at 46.68% and female literacy at 31.08%.
- There are around 397 households in Garga village.
Connectivity of Garga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garga. As per the 2011 stats, Garga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Garga
Knowing the nearby villages of Garga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garga
- Where is Garga located?
- Garga village is situated in Hospet Taluka, within the Bellary district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Garga is Nagalapura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Garga?
- The pincode of Garga is 583214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Garga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garga is 2,258, with 1,161 males and 1,097 females.
- How many households are there in Garga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garga village has a total of 397 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garga is 39.11%. The male literacy rate is 46.68%, while the female literacy rate is 31.08%.