Garaja - Kherwara, Udaipur
Garaja is a village situated in the Kherwara tehsil of Udaipur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kherwara and around 114 km from the district headquarters in Udaipur. Katar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garaja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garaja is 107695. The village covers a total geographical area of 487 hectares and falls under the 313903 pincode. Dungarpur is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Garaja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garaja
According to the 2011 Census, Garaja village had a total population of 748 people, including 376 males and 372 females, living in 139 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.02%, with male literacy at 58.79% and female literacy at 26.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 319.
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 | 748 | 376 | 372 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 63 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 319 | 163 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 265 | 184 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 483 | 192 | 291 |
Nearby Villages of Garaja
Garaja 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ranawara | West | 1.68 km |
| Mahuriya | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Daben | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Bhakhra | West | 4.05 km |
| Pacha Padla | South-East | 4.07 km |
| Kumhar Pada | South | 4.36 km |
| Kanji | North-East | 4.38 km |
| Rachha | South-West | 4.40 km |
| Padaliya | South | 4.47 km |
| Damana | North | 4.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garaja
Public transport in the Garaja is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Rikhabdev Road, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dungarpur to Garaja is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Udaipur to Garaja is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garaja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garaja 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garaja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garaja 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garaja
Where is Garaja located?
Garaja village is located in Kherwara Tehsil, Udaipur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garaja?
The Gram Panchayat of Garaja is Katar.
What is the pincode of Garaja?
The pincode of Garaja is 313903.
What is the population of Garaja?
Garaja had a total population of 748, including 376 males and 372 females.
How many households are there in Garaja?
Garaja had 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garaja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garaja was 43.02%. Male literacy was 58.79% and female literacy was 26.73%.