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.
Here you can discover what makes Garau unique in its vibrant Berinag-Pithoragarh region. You’ll see Garau’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Garau
Population of Garau
According to the 2011 Census, Garau has a total population of about 471, with approximately 234 males and 237 females. The sex ratio is around 1012 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 49 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 99 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 83.65%, with male literacy at about 87.18% and female literacy near 80.17%. There are around 111 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Garau's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.