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.
Garha Kalan has its own place in the vibrant Bhopal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Garha Kalan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Garha Kalan village:
- The total population of Garha Kalan village is around 2,136, including approximately 1,094 males and 1,042 females, with a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 264 children aged 0–6 years in Garha Kalan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Garha Kalan village has 164 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 298 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Garha Kalan village is about 59.93%, with male literacy at 69.01% and female literacy at 50.38%.
- There are around 390 households in Garha Kalan village.
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%.