Garha
Garha is a village located in Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Gadarwara (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Narsimhapur. As per 2009 stats, Garha village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Garha unique in its vibrant Gadarwara-Narsimhapur region. You’ll see Garha’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
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garha is 490991. The village spans a total geographical area of 687.98 hectares. Kareli is nearest town to Garha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Garha 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 Tendukheda Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Garha
Population of Garha
According to the 2011 Census, Garha has a total population of about 1,611, with approximately 856 males and 755 females. The sex ratio is around 882 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 202 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 219 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 198. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.48%, with male literacy at about 75.35% and female literacy near 56.42%. There are around 422 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Garha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,611 | 856 | 755 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 106 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 219 | 120 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 198 | 97 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 1,071 | 645 | 426 |
| Illiterate Population | 540 | 211 | 329 |
Connectivity of Garha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garha. As per the 2011 stats, Garha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Garha
Knowing the nearby villages of Garha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garha
- Where is Garha located?
- Garha village is situated in Gadarwara Tehsil, within the Narsimhapur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garha?
- Garha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Garha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garha is 1,611, with 856 males and 755 females.
- How many households are there in Garha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garha village has a total of 422 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garha is 66.48%. The male literacy rate is 75.35%, while the female literacy rate is 56.42%.