Garaga
Garaga is a village located in Hosdurga taluka of Chitradurga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Hosdurga (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Chitradurga. As per 2009 stats, Thandaga is the gram panchayat of Garaga village.
Here you can discover what makes Garaga unique in its vibrant Hosdurga-Chitradurga region. You’ll see Garaga’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Garaga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garaga is 605984. The village spans a total geographical area of 906.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577597. Hosdurga is nearest town to Garaga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Garaga
Population of Garaga
According to the 2011 Census, Garaga has a total population of about 2,077, with approximately 1,043 males and 1,034 females. The sex ratio is around 991 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 254 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 811 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 187. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.96%, with male literacy at about 69.13% and female literacy near 54.74%. There are around 483 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Garaga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,077 | 1,043 | 1,034 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 138 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 811 | 413 | 398 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 187 | 91 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 1,287 | 721 | 566 |
| Illiterate Population | 790 | 322 | 468 |
Connectivity of Garaga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garaga. As per the 2011 stats, Garaga 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Garaga
Knowing the nearby villages of Garaga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garaga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garaga
- Where is Garaga located?
- Garaga village is situated in Hosdurga Taluka, within the Chitradurga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garaga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Garaga is Thandaga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Garaga?
- The pincode of Garaga is 577597, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Garaga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garaga is 2,077, with 1,043 males and 1,034 females.
- How many households are there in Garaga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garaga village has a total of 483 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garaga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garaga is 61.96%. The male literacy rate is 69.13%, while the female literacy rate is 54.74%.