Garaga Forest
Garaga Forest is a village located in Holalkere taluka of Chitradurga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Holalkere (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Chitradurga. As per 2009 stats, Shivaganga is the gram panchayat of Garaga Forest village.
Garaga Forest has its own place in the vibrant Chitradurga 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 Garaga Forest
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garaga Forest is 605726. The village spans a total geographical area of 908.49 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577523. Holalkere is nearest town to Garaga Forest village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
Google Map of Garaga Forest
Population of Garaga Forest
Below is a concise population overview of Garaga Forest 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 | 121 | 57 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 48 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 28 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 29 | 48 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Garaga Forest village:
- The total population of Garaga Forest village is around 121, including approximately 57 males and 64 females, with a sex ratio of 1122 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 14 children aged 0–6 years in Garaga Forest village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Garaga Forest village has 104 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Garaga Forest village is about 36.36%, with male literacy at 49.12% and female literacy at 25.00%.
- There are around 25 households in Garaga Forest village.
Connectivity of Garaga Forest
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garaga Forest. As per the 2011 stats, Garaga Forest 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Garaga Forest
Knowing the nearby villages of Garaga Forest helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garaga Forest.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garaga Forest
- Where is Garaga Forest located?
- Garaga Forest village is situated in Holalkere Taluka, within the Chitradurga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garaga Forest?
- The Gram Panchayat of Garaga Forest is Shivaganga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Garaga Forest?
- The pincode of Garaga Forest is 577523, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Garaga Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garaga Forest is 121, with 57 males and 64 females.
- How many households are there in Garaga Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garaga Forest village has a total of 25 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garaga Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garaga Forest is 36.36%. The male literacy rate is 49.12%, while the female literacy rate is 25.00%.