Gares

Gares is a village located in Biswanathpur tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 38km away from sub-district headquarter Biswanathpur (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Gundri is the gram panchayat of Gares village.

Here you can discover what makes Gares unique in its vibrant Biswanathpur-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Gares’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 Gares

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gares is 423243. The village spans a total geographical area of 309 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766020. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to Gares village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.

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Population of Gares

According to the 2011 Census, Gares has a total population of about 196, with approximately 88 males and 108 females. The sex ratio is around 1227 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 34 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 91 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 105. The overall literacy rate is approximately 15.82%, with male literacy at about 26.14% and female literacy near 7.41%. There are around 41 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gares's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 196 88 108
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 34 15 19
Scheduled Castes (SC) 91 41 50
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 105 47 58
Literate Population 31 23 8
Illiterate Population 165 65 100

Connectivity of Gares

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

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

Nearby Villages of Gares

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Gares

Where is Gares located?
Gares village is situated in Biswanathpur Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gares?
The Gram Panchayat of Gares is Gundri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gares?
The pincode of Gares is 766020, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gares as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gares is 196, with 88 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Gares as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gares village has a total of 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gares as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gares is 15.82%. The male literacy rate is 26.14%, while the female literacy rate is 7.41%.