Garda - Aklera, Jhalawar
Garda is a village situated in the Aklera tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aklera and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Asal Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garda is 104565. The village covers a total geographical area of 866.85 hectares and falls under the 326039 pincode. Aklera is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Garda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manohar thana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garda
As per Census 2011, Garda village has a total population of 1,197 people, consisting of 616 males and 581 females. The village has 243 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 155 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 499 literate and 698 illiterate residents. Additionally, 229 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,197 | 616 | 581 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 86 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 229 | 124 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 499 | 343 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 698 | 273 | 425 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Talab Bhalti | West | 1.83 km |
| Napanya | South | 2.12 km |
| Asalpur | East | 2.21 km |
| Kushalpura | North | 2.42 km |
| Dadlai | North-East | 2.73 km |
| Bor Kheri Goojran | South-West | 2.78 km |
| Mangalpura | South | 2.98 km |
| Kotra | West | 3.11 km |
| Bheel Bhalti | West | 3.12 km |
| Ram Bhalti | West | 3.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garda
Public transport in the Garda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sinduriya Kachari, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Aklera to Garda is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Garda is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garda
Where is Garda located?
Garda village is located in Aklera Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garda?
The Gram Panchayat of Garda is Asal Pur.
What is the pincode of Garda?
The pincode of Garda is 326039.
What is the population of Garda?
Garda has a total population of 1,197, including 616 males and 581 females.
How many households are there in Garda?
There are 243 households in Garda.
What is the literacy rate in Garda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garda is 41.69%. Male literacy is 55.68% and female literacy is 26.85%.