Garjhera - Malpura, Tonk
Garjhera is a village situated in the Malpura tehsil of Tonk district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malpura and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Tonk. Sitarampura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garjhera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garjhera is 092577. The village covers a total geographical area of 722.36 hectares and falls under the 304504 pincode. Malpura is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Garjhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malpura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tonk-Sawai Madhopur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garjhera
As per Census 2011, Garjhera village has a total population of 724 people, consisting of 381 males and 343 females. The village has 124 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 78 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 348 literate and 376 illiterate residents. Additionally, 131 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garjhera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 724 | 381 | 343 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 43 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 71 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 348 | 233 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 376 | 148 | 228 |
Nearby Villages of Garjhera
Garjhera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dechwas | West | 2.10 km |
| Motipura | West | 2.49 km |
| Jagannathapura | East | 3.16 km |
| Chosla | South | 3.17 km |
| Chainpura | South-West | 3.41 km |
| Nimera | North | 3.47 km |
| Sitarampura | South-East | 3.69 km |
| Shri Ramganj | North-East | 3.80 km |
| Narayanpura | East | 4.15 km |
| Bassi | West | 4.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garjhera
Garjhera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Channani, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malpura to Garjhera is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Tonk to Garjhera is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garjhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garjhera 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 Garjhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garjhera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garjhera
Where is Garjhera located?
Garjhera village is located in Malpura Tehsil, Tonk district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garjhera?
The Gram Panchayat of Garjhera is Sitarampura.
What is the pincode of Garjhera?
The pincode of Garjhera is 304504.
What is the population of Garjhera?
Garjhera has a total population of 724, including 381 males and 343 females.
How many households are there in Garjhera?
There are 124 households in Garjhera.
What is the literacy rate in Garjhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garjhera is 48.07%. Male literacy is 61.15% and female literacy is 33.53%.