Garna
Garna is a village located in Hilli subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.2km away from sub-district headquarter Hilli (tehsildar office) and 20.3km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Jamalpur is the gram panchayat of Garna village.
Garna has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Dinajpur 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 Garna
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garna is 311035. The village spans a total geographical area of 67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733145. Balurghat is nearest town to Garna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Garna
Population of Garna
Below is a concise population overview of Garna 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 | 858 | 454 | 404 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 41 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 608 | 320 | 288 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 51 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 583 | 338 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 275 | 116 | 159 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Garna village:
- The total population of Garna village is around 858, including approximately 454 males and 404 females, with a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 81 children aged 0–6 years in Garna village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Garna village has 608 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 99 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Garna village is about 67.95%, with male literacy at 74.45% and female literacy at 60.64%.
- There are around 212 households in Garna village.
Connectivity of Garna
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garna. As per the 2011 stats, Garna 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 Garna
Knowing the nearby villages of Garna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garna.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garna
- Where is Garna located?
- Garna village is situated in Hilli Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garna?
- The Gram Panchayat of Garna is Jamalpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Garna?
- The pincode of Garna is 733145, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Garna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garna is 858, with 454 males and 404 females.
- How many households are there in Garna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garna village has a total of 212 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garna is 67.95%. The male literacy rate is 74.45%, while the female literacy rate is 60.64%.