Garkhola

Garkhola is a village located in Sitalkuchi subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.5km away from sub-district headquarter Sitalkuchi (tehsildar office) and 57.8km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Gosairhat is the gram panchayat of Garkhola village.

Garkhola has its own place in the vibrant Koch Bihar 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 Garkhola

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garkhola is 308819. The village spans a total geographical area of 105.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736158. Mathabhanga is nearest town to Garkhola village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Garkhola

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 502 269 233
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 43 20 23
Scheduled Castes (SC) 314 167 147
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 370 233 137
Illiterate Population 132 36 96

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

  • The total population of Garkhola village is around 502, including approximately 269 males and 233 females, with a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 43 children aged 0–6 years in Garkhola village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Garkhola village has 314 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Garkhola village is about 73.71%, with male literacy at 86.62% and female literacy at 58.80%.
  • There are around 116 households in Garkhola village.

Connectivity of Garkhola

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

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

Nearby Villages of Garkhola

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

Kharija Sitalkuchi Petlaepra Nagar Nepra Atiabarinepra Dewanerkot Jayduar Bara Gadaikhora Chhota Gadaikhora Rajaram Joyduar Sarbbeshwar Jayduar Nagar Lalbazar Putia Bara Masia

Frequently Asked Questions about Garkhola

Where is Garkhola located?
Garkhola village is situated in Sitalkuchi Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garkhola?
The Gram Panchayat of Garkhola is Gosairhat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Garkhola?
The pincode of Garkhola is 736158, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Garkhola as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garkhola is 502, with 269 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Garkhola as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Garkhola village has a total of 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garkhola as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garkhola is 73.71%. The male literacy rate is 86.62%, while the female literacy rate is 58.80%.