Gara - Shergarh, Jodhpur
Gara is a village situated in the Shergarh tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shergarh and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Jodhpur. Gara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gara is 085389. The village covers a total geographical area of 1856 hectares and falls under the 342022 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 93 km away.
Gara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shergarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gara
As per Census 2011, Gara village has a total population of 3,657 people, consisting of 1,854 males and 1,803 females. The village has 622 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 711 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,852 literate and 1,805 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,293 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 428 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,657 | 1,854 | 1,803 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 711 | 346 | 365 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,293 | 645 | 648 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 428 | 220 | 208 |
| Literate Population | 1,852 | 1,242 | 610 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,805 | 612 | 1,193 |
Nearby Villages of Gara
Gara is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gara
Public transport in the Gara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Jodhpur to Gara is about 93 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gara 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 Gara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gara
Where is Gara located?
Gara village is located in Shergarh Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gara?
Gara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gara?
The pincode of Gara is 342022.
What is the population of Gara?
Gara has a total population of 3,657, including 1,854 males and 1,803 females.
How many households are there in Gara?
There are 622 households in Gara.
What is the literacy rate in Gara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gara is 50.64%. Male literacy is 66.99% and female literacy is 33.83%.