Gara Mertiya
Gara Mertiya is a village located in Sagwara tehsil of Dungarpur district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Sagwara (tehsildar office) and 71km away from district headquarter Dungarpur. As per 2009 stats, Gada Medtiya is the gram panchayat of Gara Mertiya village.
Here you can discover what makes Gara Mertiya unique in its vibrant Sagwara-Dungarpur region. You’ll see Gara Mertiya’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 Gara Mertiya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gara Mertiya is 098166. The village spans a total geographical area of 368 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 314030. Sagwara is nearest town to Gara Mertiya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
Google Map of Gara Mertiya
Population of Gara Mertiya
According to the 2011 Census, Gara Mertiya has a total population of about 2,318, with approximately 1,209 males and 1,109 females. The sex ratio is around 917 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 458 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 21 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,290. The overall literacy rate is approximately 37.49%, with male literacy at about 44.91% and female literacy near 29.40%. There are around 536 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gara Mertiya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,318 | 1,209 | 1,109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 458 | 266 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,290 | 1,196 | 1,094 |
| Literate Population | 869 | 543 | 326 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,449 | 666 | 783 |
Connectivity of Gara Mertiya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gara Mertiya. As per the 2011 stats, Gara Mertiya 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gara Mertiya
Knowing the nearby villages of Gara Mertiya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gara Mertiya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gara Mertiya
- Where is Gara Mertiya located?
- Gara Mertiya village is situated in Sagwara Tehsil, within the Dungarpur district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gara Mertiya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gara Mertiya is Gada Medtiya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gara Mertiya?
- The pincode of Gara Mertiya is 314030, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gara Mertiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gara Mertiya is 2,318, with 1,209 males and 1,109 females.
- How many households are there in Gara Mertiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gara Mertiya village has a total of 536 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gara Mertiya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gara Mertiya is 37.49%. The male literacy rate is 44.91%, while the female literacy rate is 29.40%.