Gara - Ludhiana (West), Ludhiana
Gara is a village situated in the Ludhiana (West) tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ludhiana (west) and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Nurpur Bet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gara is 033654. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.82 hectares and falls under the 141008 pincode. Ludhiana is the nearest town.
Gara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gill Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ludhiana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gara
As per Census 2011, Gara village has a total population of 176 people, consisting of 90 males and 86 females. The village has 31 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 141 literate and 35 illiterate residents. Additionally, 146 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 176 | 90 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 3 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 73 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 76 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 14 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Gara
Gara 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 Gara
Gara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Gara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ludhiana to Gara is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gara 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 Gara
Where is Gara located?
Gara village is located in Ludhiana (West) Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gara?
The Gram Panchayat of Gara is Nurpur Bet.
What is the pincode of Gara?
The pincode of Gara is 141008.
What is the population of Gara?
Gara has a total population of 176, including 90 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Gara?
There are 31 households in Gara.
What is the literacy rate in Gara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gara is 80.11%. Male literacy is 84.44% and female literacy is 75.58%.