Garga - Hosapete, Vijayanagara
Garga is a village situated in the Hosapete taluka of Vijayanagara district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 28 km from Hospet and around 80 km from Bellary. Nagalapura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garga is 604711. The village covers a total geographical area of 4302.82 hectares and falls under the 583222 pincode. Hospet is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Garga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hagaribommanahalli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballari Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garga
As per Census 2011, Garga village has a total population of 2,258 people, consisting of 1,161 males and 1,097 females. The village has 397 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 389 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 883 literate and 1,375 illiterate residents. Additionally, 488 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 915 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,258 | 1,161 | 1,097 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 389 | 191 | 198 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 488 | 242 | 246 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 915 | 473 | 442 |
| Literate Population | 883 | 542 | 341 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,375 | 619 | 756 |
Nearby Villages of Garga
Garga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Byalakundi | North-West | 4.31 km |
| Mallapura 72 | South-West | 5.88 km |
| Yeswanthanagar | South-East | 6.30 km |
| Nidugurthi | South | 6.73 km |
| Basavanadurga | West | 6.81 km |
| Telugubalu | West | 7.87 km |
| Somalapur | South-East | 7.91 km |
| Haravanahalli | West | 8.09 km |
| Suseelnagar | North-East | 8.11 km |
| Bandri | South | 8.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garga
Public transport in the Garga is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Papinayaknahali, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hospet to Garga is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bellary to Garga is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garga
Where is Garga located?
Garga village is located in Hosapete Taluka, Vijayanagara district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garga?
The Gram Panchayat of Garga is Nagalapura.
What is the pincode of Garga?
The pincode of Garga is 583222.
What is the population of Garga?
Garga has a total population of 2,258, including 1,161 males and 1,097 females.
How many households are there in Garga?
There are 397 households in Garga.
What is the literacy rate in Garga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garga is 39.11%. Male literacy is 46.68% and female literacy is 31.08%.