Garratola - Birsa, Balaghat
Garratola is a village situated in the Birsa tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from Baihar and around 107 km from Balaghat. Salghat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garratola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garratola is 498126. The village covers a total geographical area of 317 hectares and falls under the 481051 pincode. Malajkhand is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Garratola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baihar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garratola
According to the 2011 Census, Garratola village had a total population of 652 people, including 354 males and 298 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 842 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.83%, with male literacy at 86.82% and female literacy at 65.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 553.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 652 | 354 | 298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 43 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 553 | 284 | 269 |
| Literate Population | 441 | 270 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 84 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Garratola
Garratola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pandhripathra | South-West | 1.39 km |
| Pipartola | East | 2.32 km |
| Salghat | North | 2.65 km |
| Manegaon | North-East | 3.12 km |
| Chainatola | North-West | 3.59 km |
| Salewada | East | 4.23 km |
| Badgaon | South-East | 4.70 km |
| Bhutna | West | 4.91 km |
| Gorakhpur | North-West | 5.07 km |
| Karonda Bahera | North | 5.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garratola
Garratola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Balaghat Junction, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malajkhand to Garratola is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Garratola is about 107 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 Garratola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garratola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garratola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garratola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garratola
Where is Garratola located?
Garratola village is located in Birsa Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garratola?
The Gram Panchayat of Garratola is Salghat.
What is the pincode of Garratola?
The pincode of Garratola is 481051.
What is the population of Garratola?
Garratola had a total population of 652, including 354 males and 298 females.
How many households are there in Garratola?
Garratola had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garratola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garratola was 76.83%. Male literacy was 86.82% and female literacy was 65.02%.