Garha Kalan

Garha Kalan is a village located in Berasia tehsil of Bhopal district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Berasia (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Bhopal. As per 2009 stats, Garha Kalan village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Garha Kalan unique in its vibrant Berasia-Bhopal region. You’ll see Garha Kalan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Garha Kalan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garha Kalan is 482128. The village spans a total geographical area of 1250.17 hectares. Berasia is nearest town to Garha Kalan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

When it comes to local governance, Garha Kalan 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 Berasia Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhopal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Garha Kalan

According to the 2011 Census, Garha Kalan has a total population of about 2,136, with approximately 1,094 males and 1,042 females. The sex ratio is around 952 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 264 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 164 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 298. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.93%, with male literacy at about 69.01% and female literacy near 50.38%. There are around 390 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Garha Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,136 1,094 1,042
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 264 132 132
Scheduled Castes (SC) 164 87 77
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 298 156 142
Literate Population 1,280 755 525
Illiterate Population 856 339 517

Connectivity of Garha Kalan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garha Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Garha Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available

Nearby Villages of Garha Kalan

Knowing the nearby villages of Garha Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garha Kalan.

Frequently Asked Questions about Garha Kalan

Where is Garha Kalan located?
Garha Kalan village is situated in Berasia Tehsil, within the Bhopal district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garha Kalan?
Garha Kalan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Garha Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garha Kalan is 2,136, with 1,094 males and 1,042 females.
How many households are there in Garha Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Garha Kalan village has a total of 390 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garha Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garha Kalan is 59.93%. The male literacy rate is 69.01%, while the female literacy rate is 50.38%.