Garha
Garha is a village located in Khaniyadhana tehsil of Shivpuri district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Khaniyadhana (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Shivpuri. As per 2009 stats, Bhodan is the gram panchayat of Garha village.
Here you can discover what makes Garha unique in its vibrant Khaniyadhana-Shivpuri 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 456304. The village spans a total geographical area of 82.39 hectares. Khaniyadhana is nearest town to Garha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km 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 Pichhore Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Guna 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 576, with approximately 293 males and 283 females. The sex ratio is around 965 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 116 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 452. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.51%, with male literacy at about 69.97% and female literacy near 38.52%. There are around 133 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 |
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Total Population | 576 | 293 | 283 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 56 | 60 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 452 | 233 | 219 |
Literate Population | 314 | 205 | 109 |
Illiterate Population | 262 | 88 | 174 |
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) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ 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 Khaniyadhana Tehsil, within the Shivpuri district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Garha is Bhodan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Garha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garha is 576, with 293 males and 283 females.
- How many households are there in Garha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garha village has a total of 133 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garha is 54.51%. The male literacy rate is 69.97%, while the female literacy rate is 38.52%.