Garda - Shamgarh, Mandsaur
Garda is a village situated in the Shamgarh tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shamgarh and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Garda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garda is 469482. The village covers a total geographical area of 555 hectares and falls under the 458883 pincode. Shamgarh is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Garda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Suwasra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garda
As per Census 2011, Garda village has a total population of 837 people, consisting of 420 males and 417 females. The village has 202 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 92 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 469 literate and 368 illiterate residents. Additionally, 203 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 837 | 420 | 417 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 43 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 203 | 102 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 469 | 304 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 368 | 116 | 252 |
Nearby Villages of Garda
Garda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghatya | North | 1.82 km |
| Barni | East | 1.83 km |
| Guradiyagond | West | 2.22 km |
| Bhatuni | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Lakhupiplya | South | 2.39 km |
| Ranayara | South-East | 2.49 km |
| Khedi | South-West | 2.56 km |
| Kilgari | North | 3.39 km |
| Banjari | North-East | 3.53 km |
| Kishangarh | West | 3.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garda
Garda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shamgarh, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shamgarh to Garda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Garda is about 110 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 Garda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garda
Where is Garda located?
Garda village is located in Shamgarh Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garda?
Garda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garda?
The pincode of Garda is 458883.
What is the population of Garda?
Garda has a total population of 837, including 420 males and 417 females.
How many households are there in Garda?
There are 202 households in Garda.
What is the literacy rate in Garda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garda is 56.03%. Male literacy is 72.38% and female literacy is 39.57%.