Garra - Ramtek, Nagpur
Garra is a village situated in the Ramtek tehsil of Nagpur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramtek and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Nagpur. Bandra serves as the Village Panchayat for Garra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garra is 535455. The village covers a total geographical area of 393.98 hectares and falls under the 441401 pincode. Ramtek is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Garra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ramtek Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Garra
According to the 2011 Census, Garra village had a total population of 505 people, including 253 males and 252 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.62%, with male literacy at 91.56% and female literacy at 69.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 362.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 505 | 253 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 362 | 179 | 183 |
| Literate Population | 362 | 206 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 47 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Garra
Garra is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Garra
Garra is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramtek to Garra is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nagpur to Garra is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garra
Where is Garra located?
Garra village is located in Ramtek Tehsil, Nagpur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Garra?
The Village Panchayat of Garra is Bandra.
What is the pincode of Garra?
The pincode of Garra is 441401.
What is the population of Garra?
Garra had a total population of 505, including 253 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Garra?
Garra had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garra was 80.62%. Male literacy was 91.56% and female literacy was 69.64%.