Garoo - Kathumar, Alwar
Garoo is a village situated in the Kathumar tehsil of Alwar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kathumar and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Alwar. Garoo village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garoo is 073796. The village covers a total geographical area of 1051 hectares and falls under the 321606 pincode. Kherli is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Garoo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kathumar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bharatpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garoo
As per Census 2011, Garoo village has a total population of 5,812 people, consisting of 3,081 males and 2,731 females. The village has 932 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 902 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,330 literate and 2,482 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,682 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 165 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garoo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,812 | 3,081 | 2,731 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 902 | 473 | 429 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,682 | 894 | 788 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 165 | 80 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 3,330 | 2,169 | 1,161 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,482 | 912 | 1,570 |
Nearby Villages of Garoo
Garoo is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Nangla Rampura | North | 2.30 km |
| Akhaigarh | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Karoli | North-East | 2.67 km |
| Beekroo | South | 2.96 km |
| Badangarhi | South-West | 3.41 km |
| Daroda | North-West | 3.51 km |
| Barauli Chhar | South-East | 3.59 km |
| Masari | North-East | 3.60 km |
| Nangla Keshariya | North-West | 4.15 km |
| Nangla Madhopur | West | 4.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garoo
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Garoo. The nearest railway station is Kherli, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kherli to Garoo is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alwar to Garoo is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garoo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Garoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garoo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Garoo
Where is Garoo located?
Garoo village is located in Kathumar Tehsil, Alwar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garoo?
Garoo is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garoo?
The pincode of Garoo is 321606.
What is the population of Garoo?
Garoo has a total population of 5,812, including 3,081 males and 2,731 females.
How many households are there in Garoo?
There are 932 households in Garoo.
What is the literacy rate in Garoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garoo is 57.30%. Male literacy is 70.40% and female literacy is 42.51%.