Garaldinni - Raichur
Garaldinni is a village situated in the Raichur taluka of Raichur district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 16 km from Raichur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Marchathal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garaldinni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garaldinni is 600829. The village covers a total geographical area of 1640.65 hectares and falls under the 584203 pincode. Raichur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Garaldinni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raichur Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raichur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garaldinni
As per Census 2011, Garaldinni village has a total population of 2,250 people, consisting of 1,092 males and 1,158 females. The village has 426 households and a sex ratio of 1,060 females per 1,000 males. There are 388 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 943 literate and 1,307 illiterate residents. Additionally, 386 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 762 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garaldinni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,250 | 1,092 | 1,158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 388 | 192 | 196 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 386 | 180 | 206 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 762 | 373 | 389 |
| Literate Population | 943 | 579 | 364 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,307 | 513 | 794 |
Nearby Villages of Garaldinni
Garaldinni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dinni | North | 4.00 km |
| Matmari | South-East | 4.37 km |
| Aroli | South | 5.24 km |
| Merchathal | North-East | 5.55 km |
| Khanapur | North-East | 6.10 km |
| Pesaldinni | North | 6.47 km |
| Naglapur | East | 6.53 km |
| Kurdi | West | 6.92 km |
| Purtipali | South-East | 7.06 km |
| Heerapur | South | 8.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garaldinni
Garaldinni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Matmari, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raichur to Garaldinni is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garaldinni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garaldinni 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garaldinni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garaldinni 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garaldinni
Where is Garaldinni located?
Garaldinni village is located in Raichur Taluka, Raichur district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garaldinni?
The Gram Panchayat of Garaldinni is Marchathal.
What is the pincode of Garaldinni?
The pincode of Garaldinni is 584203.
What is the population of Garaldinni?
Garaldinni has a total population of 2,250, including 1,092 males and 1,158 females.
How many households are there in Garaldinni?
There are 426 households in Garaldinni.
What is the literacy rate in Garaldinni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garaldinni is 41.91%. Male literacy is 53.02% and female literacy is 31.43%.