Garaga - Channagiri, Davanagere
Garaga is a village situated in the Channagiri taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Channagiri and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Garaga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garaga is 607076. The village covers a total geographical area of 712.54 hectares and falls under the 577213 pincode. Channagiri is the nearest town, located about 5 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 Channagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Davanagere Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garaga
As per Census 2011, Garaga village has a total population of 1,712 people, consisting of 870 males and 842 females. The village has 386 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 183 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,053 literate and 659 illiterate residents. Additionally, 754 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 371 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garaga are given below:
| Category | 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 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Honnaikanahalli | South-East | 1.49 km |
| Gurupura | South-West | 1.87 km |
| Machanaikanahalli Kaval | South-West | 2.69 km |
| Muddenahalli | West | 2.74 km |
| Narashettihalli | South-East | 2.95 km |
| Gullehalli | North | 3.10 km |
| Agarabannihatti | North-West | 3.44 km |
| Channagiri (rural) | South-West | 3.91 km |
| Machanaikanahalli | South | 3.96 km |
| Bussenahalli | West | 3.99 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 Nulemuru Halt, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Channagiri to Garaga is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Garaga is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garaga
Where is Garaga located?
Garaga village is located in Channagiri Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garaga?
Garaga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garaga?
The pincode of Garaga is 577213.
What is the population of Garaga?
Garaga has a total population of 1,712, including 870 males and 842 females.
How many households are there in Garaga?
There are 386 households in Garaga.
What is the literacy rate in Garaga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garaga is 61.51%. Male literacy is 70.34% and female literacy is 52.38%.