Garnala Kotra - Rishabhdeo, Udaipur
Garnala Kotra is a village situated in the Rishabhdeo tehsil of Udaipur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rishabhdeo and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Udaipur. Garnala Kotra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garnala Kotra is 107624. The village covers a total geographical area of 571 hectares and falls under the 313802 pincode. Dungarpur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Garnala Kotra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garnala Kotra
According to the 2011 Census, Garnala Kotra village had a total population of 2,743 people, including 1,377 males and 1,366 females, living in 529 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.39%, with male literacy at 63.44% and female literacy at 39.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,734.
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 | 2,743 | 1,377 | 1,366 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 550 | 272 | 278 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,734 | 1,371 | 1,363 |
| Literate Population | 1,127 | 701 | 426 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,616 | 676 | 940 |
Nearby Villages of Garnala Kotra
Garnala Kotra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghoriyawara | North-East | 1.46 km |
| Ugmana Kotra | East | 2.62 km |
| Athmana Kotra | North-East | 3.07 km |
| Karji | South-East | 3.24 km |
| Bhauwa | West | 3.89 km |
| Beechhiwara | South | 4.26 km |
| Keekawat | North | 4.34 km |
| Odwas | South-West | 4.92 km |
| Chorai | South | 5.37 km |
| Gadawat | North-West | 5.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garnala Kotra
Garnala Kotra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rikhabdev Road, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.5 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 Dungarpur to Garnala Kotra is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Udaipur to Garnala Kotra is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garnala Kotra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garnala Kotra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garnala Kotra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garnala Kotra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Garnala Kotra
Where is Garnala Kotra located?
Garnala Kotra village is located in Rishabhdeo Tehsil, Udaipur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garnala Kotra?
Garnala Kotra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garnala Kotra?
The pincode of Garnala Kotra is 313802.
What is the population of Garnala Kotra?
Garnala Kotra had a total population of 2,743, including 1,377 males and 1,366 females.
How many households are there in Garnala Kotra?
Garnala Kotra had 529 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garnala Kotra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garnala Kotra was 51.39%. Male literacy was 63.44% and female literacy was 39.15%.