Garkhara
Garkhara is a village located in Pindra tehsil of Varanasi district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Pindra (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Varanasi. As per 2009 stats, Gadakhada is the gram panchayat of Garkhara village.
Garkhara has its own place in the vibrant Varanasi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Garkhara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garkhara is 208610. The village spans a total geographical area of 461.05 hectares. Varanasi is nearest town to Garkhara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
Google Map of Garkhara
Population of Garkhara
Below is a concise population overview of Garkhara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,552 | 2,674 | 2,878 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 843 | 451 | 392 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 911 | 465 | 446 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 3,404 | 1,901 | 1,503 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,148 | 773 | 1,375 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Garkhara village:
- The total population of Garkhara village is around 5,552, including approximately 2,674 males and 2,878 females, with a sex ratio of 1076 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 843 children aged 0–6 years in Garkhara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Garkhara village has 911 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 13 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Garkhara village is about 61.31%, with male literacy at 71.09% and female literacy at 52.22%.
- There are around 881 households in Garkhara village.
Connectivity of Garkhara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garkhara. As per the 2011 stats, Garkhara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Garkhara
Knowing the nearby villages of Garkhara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garkhara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garkhara
- Where is Garkhara located?
- Garkhara village is situated in Pindra Tehsil, within the Varanasi district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garkhara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Garkhara is Gadakhada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Garkhara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garkhara is 5,552, with 2,674 males and 2,878 females.
- How many households are there in Garkhara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garkhara village has a total of 881 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garkhara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garkhara is 61.31%. The male literacy rate is 71.09%, while the female literacy rate is 52.22%.