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.
Garighatta has its own place in the vibrant Hassan region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Garighatta as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Garighatta village:
- The total population of Garighatta village is around 474, including approximately 245 males and 229 females, with a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 42 children aged 0–6 years in Garighatta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Garighatta village has 29 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Garighatta village is about 69.62%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 58.52%.
- There are around 101 households in Garighatta village.
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%.