Garda - Kishanganj, Baran
Garda is a village situated in the Kishanganj tehsil of Baran district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kishanganj and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Baran. Garda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garda is 103047. The village covers a total geographical area of 690.34 hectares and falls under the 325216 pincode. Baran is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Garda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garda
As per Census 2011, Garda village has a total population of 3,027 people, consisting of 1,538 males and 1,489 females. The village has 581 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 570 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,450 literate and 1,577 illiterate residents. Additionally, 170 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,315 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,027 | 1,538 | 1,489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 570 | 318 | 252 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 91 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,315 | 1,176 | 1,139 |
| Literate Population | 1,450 | 862 | 588 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,577 | 676 | 901 |
Nearby Villages of Garda
Garda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mauj | South-West | 1.46 km |
| Karanpura | North-West | 2.07 km |
| Sadaphal | West | 2.23 km |
| Pagara | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Bakanpura | North-East | 2.95 km |
| Kherli | West | 2.97 km |
| Gopalpura | South | 3.08 km |
| Jaiswan | East | 3.08 km |
| Jagdevpura | North-West | 3.86 km |
| Lalganj | West | 4.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garda
Garda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Baran, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baran to Garda is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Garda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garda
Where is Garda located?
Garda village is located in Kishanganj Tehsil, Baran district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garda?
Garda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garda?
The pincode of Garda is 325216.
What is the population of Garda?
Garda has a total population of 3,027, including 1,538 males and 1,489 females.
How many households are there in Garda?
There are 581 households in Garda.
What is the literacy rate in Garda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garda is 47.90%. Male literacy is 56.05% and female literacy is 39.49%.