Garaga
Garaga is a village located in Channagiri taluka of Davanagere district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Channagiri (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Davanagere. As per 2009 stats, Garaga village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Garaga unique in its vibrant Channagiri-Davanagere 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 607076. The village spans a total geographical area of 712.54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577221. Channagiri is nearest town to Garaga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Garaga 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 Channagiri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Davanagere Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Garaga
Population of Garaga
According to the 2011 Census, Garaga has a total population of about 1,712, with approximately 870 males and 842 females. The sex ratio is around 967 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 183 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 754 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 371. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.51%, with male literacy at about 70.34% and female literacy near 52.38%. There are around 386 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 | 1,712 | 870 | 842 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 92 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 754 | 393 | 361 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 371 | 182 | 189 |
| Literate Population | 1,053 | 612 | 441 |
| Illiterate Population | 659 | 258 | 401 |
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 <5 km distance |
| 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 Channagiri Taluka, within the Davanagere district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garaga?
- Garaga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Garaga?
- The pincode of Garaga is 577221, 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 1,712, with 870 males and 842 females.
- How many households are there in Garaga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garaga village has a total of 386 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garaga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garaga is 61.51%. The male literacy rate is 70.34%, while the female literacy rate is 52.38%.