Garinda - Fatehpur, Sikar
Garinda is a village situated in the Fatehpur tehsil of Sikar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Fatehpur and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Sikar. Garinda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garinda is 081299. The village covers a total geographical area of 1128 hectares and falls under the 332301 pincode. Fatehpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Garinda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatehpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhunjhunu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garinda
As per Census 2011, Garinda village has a total population of 3,637 people, consisting of 1,882 males and 1,755 females. The village has 596 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 470 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,337 literate and 1,300 illiterate residents. Additionally, 524 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garinda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,637 | 1,882 | 1,755 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 470 | 256 | 214 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 524 | 267 | 257 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,337 | 1,406 | 931 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,300 | 476 | 824 |
Nearby Villages of Garinda
Garinda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Harsawa Chhota | South-West | 1.63 km |
| Harsawa Bara | South-West | 2.90 km |
| Athwas | East | 3.16 km |
| Jalalsar | North-East | 3.68 km |
| Rinu | South-East | 4.42 km |
| Beer Fatehpur | North-West | 4.69 km |
| Alakhpura Godaran | South | 4.79 km |
| Roopnagar | North-East | 4.80 km |
| Sawaroopsar | East | 5.22 km |
| Banthod | South-West | 5.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garinda
Garinda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Fatehpur Shekhawati, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 122.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Fatehpur to Garinda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sikar to Garinda is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garinda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garinda 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garinda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garinda 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garinda
Where is Garinda located?
Garinda village is located in Fatehpur Tehsil, Sikar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garinda?
Garinda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garinda?
The pincode of Garinda is 332301.
What is the population of Garinda?
Garinda has a total population of 3,637, including 1,882 males and 1,755 females.
How many households are there in Garinda?
There are 596 households in Garinda.
What is the literacy rate in Garinda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garinda is 64.26%. Male literacy is 74.71% and female literacy is 53.05%.