Garoda - Daloda, Mandsaur
Garoda is a village situated in the Daloda tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daloda and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Garoda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garoda is 469707. The village covers a total geographical area of 1008.81 hectares and falls under the 458667 pincode. Mandsaur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Garoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandsour Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Garoda
According to the 2011 Census, Garoda village had a total population of 1,979 people, including 980 males and 999 females, living in 407 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.48%, with male literacy at 83.45% and female literacy at 57.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 701, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 74.
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 | 1,979 | 980 | 999 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 116 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 701 | 343 | 358 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 30 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 1,239 | 721 | 518 |
| Illiterate Population | 740 | 259 | 481 |
Nearby Villages of Garoda
Garoda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sagwali | South | 2.32 km |
| Tajkhedi | North-East | 2.63 km |
| Bani | West | 3.11 km |
| Dehri | East | 3.14 km |
| Karju | North-West | 3.47 km |
| Akodada | North-East | 3.60 km |
| Chandakhedi | South-East | 3.82 km |
| Bhandariya | South | 3.84 km |
| Majesari | East | 5.05 km |
| Majesara | East | 5.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garoda
Garoda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kachnara Road, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 112.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mandsaur to Garoda is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garoda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garoda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garoda
Where is Garoda located?
Garoda village is located in Daloda Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garoda?
Garoda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garoda?
The pincode of Garoda is 458667.
What is the population of Garoda?
Garoda had a total population of 1,979, including 980 males and 999 females.
How many households are there in Garoda?
Garoda had 407 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garoda was 70.48%. Male literacy was 83.45% and female literacy was 57.94%.