Garaga - Hosdurga, Chitradurga
Garaga is a village situated in the Hosdurga taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hosdurga and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Thandaga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garaga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garaga is 605984. The village covers a total geographical area of 906.37 hectares and falls under the 577597 pincode. Hosdurga is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Garaga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hosadurga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chitradurga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garaga
As per Census 2011, Garaga village has a total population of 2,077 people, consisting of 1,043 males and 1,034 females. The village has 483 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 254 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,287 literate and 790 illiterate residents. Additionally, 811 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 187 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garaga are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Garaga
Garaga is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Yadagatta | North | 1.96 km |
| Yaraduguddasandi Kaval | East | 2.26 km |
| Tandaga | South | 3.07 km |
| Nagaragere | North-East | 3.30 km |
| Mylarapura | East | 3.45 km |
| Kerehosahalli | West | 3.50 km |
| Haragondanahalli | East | 3.57 km |
| Krishnapura | North | 3.69 km |
| Sujikal | East | 3.94 km |
| Kodihalli | West | 3.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garaga
Garaga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Banavar, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 117.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hosdurga to Garaga is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Garaga is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garaga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garaga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garaga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garaga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garaga
Where is Garaga located?
Garaga village is located in Hosdurga Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garaga?
The Gram Panchayat of Garaga is Thandaga.
What is the pincode of Garaga?
The pincode of Garaga is 577597.
What is the population of Garaga?
Garaga has a total population of 2,077, including 1,043 males and 1,034 females.
How many households are there in Garaga?
There are 483 households in Garaga.
What is the literacy rate in Garaga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garaga is 61.96%. Male literacy is 69.13% and female literacy is 54.74%.