Garanga - Kharar, S.A.S Nagar
Garanga is a village situated in the Kharar tehsil of S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 11 km from Kharar and around 19 km from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. Garangan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garanga is 039104. The village covers a total geographical area of 252 hectares and falls under the 140413 pincode. Kharar is the nearest town.
Garanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dera bassi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garanga
According to the 2011 Census, Garanga village had a total population of 1,481 people, including 814 males and 667 females, living in 310 households. The sex ratio was 819 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.41%, with male literacy at 83.29% and female literacy at 74.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 597.
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 | 1,481 | 814 | 667 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 90 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 597 | 333 | 264 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,049 | 603 | 446 |
| Illiterate Population | 432 | 211 | 221 |
Nearby Villages of Garanga
Garanga 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 Garanga
Garanga 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 Garanga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar to Garanga is about 19 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 Garanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garanga
Where is Garanga located?
Garanga village is located in Kharar Tehsil, S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Garanga is Garangan.
What is the pincode of Garanga?
The pincode of Garanga is 140413.
What is the population of Garanga?
Garanga had a total population of 1,481, including 814 males and 667 females.
How many households are there in Garanga?
Garanga had 310 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garanga was 79.41%. Male literacy was 83.29% and female literacy was 74.71%.