Garetha - Pichhore, Shivpuri
Garetha is a village situated in the Pichhore tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pichhore and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Garetha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garetha is 456251. The village covers a total geographical area of 1110.07 hectares and falls under the 473995 pincode. Pichhore is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Garetha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pichhore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garetha
As per Census 2011, Garetha village has a total population of 2,717 people, consisting of 1,431 males and 1,286 females. The village has 535 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 502 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,356 literate and 1,361 illiterate residents. Additionally, 472 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 339 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garetha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Garetha
Garetha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manguli | South | 2.31 km |
| Kamalpur | North-West | 2.39 km |
| Jungipur | North-East | 4.45 km |
| Padra | South | 4.77 km |
| Gugari | South-East | 4.79 km |
| Manpur | North-West | 5.74 km |
| Bhitargawan | North-West | 6.10 km |
| Gajaura | West | 6.41 km |
| Sujwaha | South-West | 6.57 km |
| Himmatpur Adhrani | West | 6.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garetha
Garetha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Basai, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pichhore to Garetha is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Garetha is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garetha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garetha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garetha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garetha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Garetha
Where is Garetha located?
Garetha village is located in Pichhore Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garetha?
Garetha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garetha?
The pincode of Garetha is 473995.
What is the population of Garetha?
Garetha has a total population of 2,717, including 1,431 males and 1,286 females.
How many households are there in Garetha?
There are 535 households in Garetha.
What is the literacy rate in Garetha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garetha is 49.91%. Male literacy is 62.26% and female literacy is 36.16%.