Garda - Badod, Agar-Malwa
Garda is a village situated in the Badod tehsil of Agar-Malwa district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from Badod and around 110 km from Shajapur. Kalyakhedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garda is 472493. The village covers a total geographical area of 421.04 hectares and falls under the 465550 pincode. Agar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Garda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garda
As per Census 2011, Garda village has a total population of 272 people, consisting of 148 males and 124 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 837 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 123 literate and 149 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 272 | 148 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 86 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 62 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Garda
Garda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Garda
Garda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Agar to Garda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shajapur to Garda is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garda 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Garda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garda
Where is Garda located?
Garda village is located in Badod Tehsil, Agar-Malwa district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garda?
The Gram Panchayat of Garda is Kalyakhedi.
What is the pincode of Garda?
The pincode of Garda is 465550.
What is the population of Garda?
Garda has a total population of 272, including 148 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Garda?
There are 66 households in Garda.
What is the literacy rate in Garda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garda is 45.22%. Male literacy is 58.11% and female literacy is 29.84%.