Garnai - Malhargarh, Mandsaur
Garnai is a village situated in the Malhargarh tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malhargarh and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Garnai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garnai is 469292. The village covers a total geographical area of 658.06 hectares and falls under the 458556 pincode. Mandsaur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Garnai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malhargarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garnai
According to the 2011 Census, Garnai village had a total population of 1,277 people, including 656 males and 621 females, living in 318 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.58%, with male literacy at 87.02% and female literacy at 51.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 67.
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 | 1,277 | 656 | 621 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 86 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 30 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 773 | 496 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 504 | 160 | 344 |
Nearby Villages of Garnai
Garnai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Banskhedi(barujanawali) | South-West | 1.70 km |
| Firozabad | North-West | 1.99 km |
| Abdapur | North | 2.13 km |
| Sudwas | South-East | 2.21 km |
| Borkhedi(kachnarawali) | South | 2.39 km |
| Ruparel | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Fosari | North-East | 2.76 km |
| Chhayan | North | 2.88 km |
| Akyabika | West | 3.22 km |
| Dobda | North-West | 3.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garnai
Garnai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sindpan, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.3 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 Mandsaur to Garnai is about 30 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 Garnai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garnai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Garnai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garnai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garnai
Where is Garnai located?
Garnai village is located in Malhargarh Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garnai?
Garnai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garnai?
The pincode of Garnai is 458556.
What is the population of Garnai?
Garnai had a total population of 1,277, including 656 males and 621 females.
How many households are there in Garnai?
Garnai had 318 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garnai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garnai was 69.58%. Male literacy was 87.02% and female literacy was 51.20%.