Garetha

Garetha is a village located in Pichhore tehsil of Shivpuri district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Pichhore (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Shivpuri. As per 2009 stats, Garetha village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Garetha unique in its vibrant Pichhore-Shivpuri region. You’ll see Garetha’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 Garetha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garetha is 456251. The village spans a total geographical area of 1110.07 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 473995. Pichhore is nearest town to Garetha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.

When it comes to local governance, Garetha 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.

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Population of Garetha

According to the 2011 Census, Garetha has a total population of about 2,717, with approximately 1,431 males and 1,286 females. The sex ratio is around 898 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 502 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 472 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 339. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.91%, with male literacy at about 62.26% and female literacy near 36.16%. There are around 535 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Garetha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,717 1,431 1,286
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 502 254 248
Scheduled Castes (SC) 472 247 225
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 339 165 174
Literate Population 1,356 891 465
Illiterate Population 1,361 540 821

Connectivity of Garetha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garetha. As per the 2011 stats, Garetha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Garetha

Knowing the nearby villages of Garetha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garetha.

Frequently Asked Questions about Garetha

Where is Garetha located?

Garetha village is situated in Pichhore Tehsil, within the Shivpuri district of Madhya Pradesh, India.

What is the gram panchayat of Garetha?

Garetha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.

What is the pincode of Garetha?

The pincode of Garetha is 473995, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.

What is the population of Garetha as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garetha is 2,717, with 1,431 males and 1,286 females.

How many households are there in Garetha as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, Garetha village has a total of 535 households.

What is the literacy rate in Garetha as per the 2011 Census?

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garetha is 49.91%. The male literacy rate is 62.26%, while the female literacy rate is 36.16%.