Garna - Hilli, Dakshin Dinajpur
Garna is a village situated in the Hilli subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hilli and around 20.3 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Jamalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garna is 311035. The village covers a total geographical area of 67 hectares and falls under the 733126 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Garna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garna
As per Census 2011, Garna village has a total population of 858 people, consisting of 454 males and 404 females. The village has 212 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 583 literate and 275 illiterate residents. Additionally, 608 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 99 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garna are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Garna
Garna is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sidai | North | 0.74 km |
| Bahadurpur | North-West | 0.89 km |
| Goyespur | South-West | 0.91 km |
| Habibpur | West | 1.51 km |
| Purbba Jagannathpur | North | 1.59 km |
| Gosaipur | North-East | 1.83 km |
| Chak Maniko | South-West | 1.89 km |
| Laskarpur | North | 1.93 km |
| Jantipur | North-West | 1.96 km |
| Ramjibanpur | West | 2.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garna
Garna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Balurghat, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balurghat to Garna is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Garna is about 20.3 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garna
Where is Garna located?
Garna village is located in Hilli Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garna?
The Gram Panchayat of Garna is Jamalpur.
What is the pincode of Garna?
The pincode of Garna is 733126.
What is the population of Garna?
Garna has a total population of 858, including 454 males and 404 females.
How many households are there in Garna?
There are 212 households in Garna.
What is the literacy rate in Garna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garna is 67.95%. Male literacy is 74.45% and female literacy is 60.64%.