Garmal - Surgana, Nashik
Garmal is a village situated in the Surgana tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surgana and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Malgawhan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garmal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garmal is 549662. The village covers a total geographical area of 236.62 hectares and falls under the 422204 pincode. Nashik is the nearest town, located about 87 km away.
Garmal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garmal
According to the 2011 Census, Garmal village had a total population of 1,136 people, including 581 males and 555 females, living in 262 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.31%, with male literacy at 84.42% and female literacy at 68.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,124.
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 | 1,136 | 581 | 555 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 119 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,124 | 575 | 549 |
| Literate Population | 699 | 390 | 309 |
| Illiterate Population | 437 | 191 | 246 |
Nearby Villages of Garmal
Garmal 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 Garmal
Garmal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Nashik to Garmal is about 87 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garmal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garmal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garmal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garmal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garmal
Where is Garmal located?
Garmal village is located in Surgana Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garmal?
The Gram Panchayat of Garmal is Malgawhan.
What is the pincode of Garmal?
The pincode of Garmal is 422204.
What is the population of Garmal?
Garmal had a total population of 1,136, including 581 males and 555 females.
How many households are there in Garmal?
Garmal had 262 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garmal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garmal was 76.31%. Male literacy was 84.42% and female literacy was 68.06%.