Garanga
Garanga is a village located in Kharar tehsil of Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Kharar (tehsildar office) and 19km away from district headquarter Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Garangan is the gram panchayat of Garanga village.
Here you can discover what makes Garanga unique in its vibrant Kharar-Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Garanga’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 Garanga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garanga is 039104. The village spans a total geographical area of 252 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140103. Kharar is nearest town to Garanga village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Garanga
Population of Garanga
According to the 2011 Census, Garanga has a total population of about 1,481, with approximately 814 males and 667 females. The sex ratio is around 819 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 160 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 597 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.83%, with male literacy at about 74.08% and female literacy near 66.87%. There are around 310 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Garanga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,049 | 603 | 446 |
| Illiterate Population | 432 | 211 | 221 |
Connectivity of Garanga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garanga. As per the 2011 stats, Garanga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Garanga
Knowing the nearby villages of Garanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garanga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garanga
- Where is Garanga located?
- Garanga village is situated in Kharar Tehsil, within the Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garanga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Garanga is Garangan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Garanga?
- The pincode of Garanga is 140103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Garanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garanga is 1,481, with 814 males and 667 females.
- How many households are there in Garanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garanga village has a total of 310 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garanga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garanga is 70.83%. The male literacy rate is 74.08%, while the female literacy rate is 66.87%.