Garh Taknet - Shrimadhopur, Sikar
Garh Taknet is a village situated in the Shrimadhopur tehsil of Sikar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 27 km from Sri Madhopur and around 87 km from Sikar. Garh Taknet village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garh Taknet is 082158. The village covers a total geographical area of 2236.96 hectares and falls under the 332701 pincode. Sri Madhopur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Garh Taknet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Srimadhopur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sikar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garh Taknet
According to the 2011 Census, Garh Taknet village had a total population of 6,929 people, including 3,521 males and 3,408 females, living in 1,169 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.24%, with male literacy at 82.19% and female literacy at 51.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 897, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 191.
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 | 6,929 | 3,521 | 3,408 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,066 | 550 | 516 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 897 | 447 | 450 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 191 | 89 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 3,942 | 2,442 | 1,500 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,987 | 1,079 | 1,908 |
Nearby Villages of Garh Taknet
Garh Taknet 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aspura | South-West | 3.53 km |
| Surani | North | 3.63 km |
| Mandoosya | South-East | 4.13 km |
| Trilokpura | West | 4.56 km |
| Divrala | South | 5.56 km |
| Sherpura | North-East | 5.64 km |
| Paroda | East | 5.78 km |
| Jharli | North | 5.99 km |
| Anatpura | South-West | 6.16 km |
| Nangal | South-West | 6.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garh Taknet
Garh Taknet is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khachera, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.9 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 Sri Madhopur to Garh Taknet is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sikar to Garh Taknet is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garh Taknet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garh Taknet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Garh Taknet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garh Taknet 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 Garh Taknet
Where is Garh Taknet located?
Garh Taknet village is located in Shrimadhopur Tehsil, Sikar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garh Taknet?
Garh Taknet is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garh Taknet?
The pincode of Garh Taknet is 332701.
What is the population of Garh Taknet?
Garh Taknet had a total population of 6,929, including 3,521 males and 3,408 females.
How many households are there in Garh Taknet?
Garh Taknet had 1,169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garh Taknet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garh Taknet was 67.24%. Male literacy was 82.19% and female literacy was 51.87%.