Garakhuta
About Garakhuta
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Garakhuta village is 307456. Garakhuta village is located in Dhupguri subdivision of Jalpaiguri district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.2km away from sub-district headquarter Dhupguri (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Jalpaiguri . As per 2009 stats, Jharaltagram Ii is the gram panchayat of Garakhuta village.
The total geographical area of village is 246.1 hectares. Garakhuta has a total population of 1,745 peoples, out of which male population is 901 while female population is 844. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 936 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of garakhuta village is 63.50% out of which 73.03% males and 53.32% females are literate. There are about 368 houses in garakhuta village. Pincode of garakhuta village locality is 735210.
When it comes to administration, Garakhuta village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Garakhuta village comes under Dhupguri Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jalpaiguri Lok Sabha constituency. Dhupguri is nearest town to garakhuta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Garakhuta
The population details of Garakhuta cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,745 | 901 | 844 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 245 | 127 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,681 | 867 | 814 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 1,108 | 658 | 450 |
| Illiterate Population | 637 | 243 | 394 |
Connectivity of Garakhuta
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Garakhuta
Where is Garakhuta located?
Garakhuta village is situated in Dhupguri Subdivision, within the Jalpaiguri district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garakhuta?
The Gram Panchayat of Garakhuta is Jharaltagram Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Garakhuta?
The pincode of Garakhuta is 735210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Garakhuta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garakhuta is 1,745, with 901 males and 844 females.
How many households are there in Garakhuta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Garakhuta village has a total of 368 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garakhuta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garakhuta is 63.50%. The male literacy rate is 73.03%, while the female literacy rate is 53.32%.