Garau

Garau is a village located in Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Berinag (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Garau village is also a gram panchayat.

Garau has its own place in the vibrant Pithoragarh 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 Garau

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garau is 049630. The village spans a total geographical area of 245.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262531. Didihat is nearest town to Garau village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 52km away.

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Population of Garau

Below is a concise population overview of Garau as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 471 234 237
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 49 27 22
Scheduled Castes (SC) 99 53 46
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 394 204 190
Illiterate Population 77 30 47

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Garau village:

  • The total population of Garau village is around 471, including approximately 234 males and 237 females, with a sex ratio of 1012 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 49 children aged 0–6 years in Garau village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Garau village has 99 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Garau village is about 83.65%, with male literacy at 87.18% and female literacy at 80.17%.
  • There are around 111 households in Garau village.

Connectivity of Garau

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garau. As per the 2011 stats, Garau had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Garau

Knowing the nearby villages of Garau helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garau.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Garau

Where is Garau located?
Garau village is situated in Berinag Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garau?
Garau serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Garau?
The pincode of Garau is 262531, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Garau as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garau is 471, with 234 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Garau as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Garau village has a total of 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garau as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garau is 83.65%. The male literacy rate is 87.18%, while the female literacy rate is 80.17%.