Gara

Gara is a village located in Chhatna subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 19.3km away from sub-district headquarter Chhatna. Bankura is the district headquarter of Gara village. As per 2009 stats, Metyala is the gram panchayat of Gara village.

Gara has its own place in the vibrant Bankura 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 Gara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gara is 326601. The village spans a total geographical area of 139.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722136. Bankura is nearest town to Gara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

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Population of Gara

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 962 496 466
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 97 55 42
Scheduled Castes (SC) 238 116 122
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 638 362 276
Illiterate Population 324 134 190

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

  • The total population of Gara village is around 962, including approximately 496 males and 466 females, with a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 97 children aged 0–6 years in Gara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gara village has 238 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gara village is about 66.32%, with male literacy at 72.98% and female literacy at 59.23%.
  • There are around 210 households in Gara village.

Connectivity of Gara

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gara

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Gara

Where is Gara located?
Gara village is situated in Chhatna Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gara?
The Gram Panchayat of Gara is Metyala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gara?
The pincode of Gara is 722136, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gara is 962, with 496 males and 466 females.
How many households are there in Gara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gara village has a total of 210 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gara is 66.32%. The male literacy rate is 72.98%, while the female literacy rate is 59.23%.