Garighatta
Garighatta is a village located in Arkalgud taluka of Hassan district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Arkalgud (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Hassan. As per 2009 stats, Honnavalli is the gram panchayat of Garighatta village.
Here you can discover what makes Garighatta unique in its vibrant Arkalgud-Hassan region. You’ll see Garighatta’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 Garighatta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garighatta is 616594. The village spans a total geographical area of 204.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 573142. Arkalgud is nearest town to Garighatta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
When it comes to local governance, Garighatta 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 Arkalgud Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hassan Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Garighatta
Population of Garighatta
According to the 2011 Census, Garighatta has a total population of about 474, with approximately 245 males and 229 females. The sex ratio is around 934 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 42 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 29 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.62%, with male literacy at about 80.00% and female literacy near 58.52%. There are around 101 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Garighatta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 474 | 245 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 16 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 330 | 196 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 49 | 95 |
Connectivity of Garighatta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garighatta. As per the 2011 stats, Garighatta 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 Garighatta
Knowing the nearby villages of Garighatta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garighatta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garighatta
- Where is Garighatta located?
- Garighatta village is situated in Arkalgud Taluka, within the Hassan district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garighatta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Garighatta is Honnavalli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Garighatta?
- The pincode of Garighatta is 573142, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Garighatta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garighatta is 474, with 245 males and 229 females.
- How many households are there in Garighatta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garighatta village has a total of 101 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garighatta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garighatta is 69.62%. The male literacy rate is 80.00%, while the female literacy rate is 58.52%.