Garhi Ka Gaon - Sapotra, Karauli
Garhi Ka Gaon is a village situated in the Sapotra tehsil of Karauli district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sapotra and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Karauli. Gadi Ka Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garhi Ka Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhi Ka Gaon is 077049. The village covers a total geographical area of 2607.91 hectares and falls under the 322243 pincode. Karauli is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Garhi Ka Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sapotra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karauli-Dholpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garhi Ka Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Garhi Ka Gaon village had a total population of 2,119 people, including 1,142 males and 977 females, living in 392 households. The sex ratio was 856 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.25%, with male literacy at 52.99% and female literacy at 25.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 267, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 350.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,119 | 1,142 | 977 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 452 | 240 | 212 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 267 | 153 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 350 | 190 | 160 |
| Literate Population | 671 | 478 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,448 | 664 | 784 |
Nearby Villages of Garhi Ka Gaon
Garhi Ka Gaon 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 Garhi Ka Gaon
Garhi Ka Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karauli to Garhi Ka Gaon is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garhi Ka Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhi Ka Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garhi Ka Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhi Ka Gaon 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Garhi Ka Gaon
Where is Garhi Ka Gaon located?
Garhi Ka Gaon village is located in Sapotra Tehsil, Karauli district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garhi Ka Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhi Ka Gaon is Gadi Ka Gaon.
What is the pincode of Garhi Ka Gaon?
The pincode of Garhi Ka Gaon is 322243.
What is the population of Garhi Ka Gaon?
Garhi Ka Gaon had a total population of 2,119, including 1,142 males and 977 females.
How many households are there in Garhi Ka Gaon?
Garhi Ka Gaon had 392 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garhi Ka Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhi Ka Gaon was 40.25%. Male literacy was 52.99% and female literacy was 25.23%.