Garra - Harischandrapur - I, Malda
Garra is a village situated in the Harischandrapur - I subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.9 km from Harischandrapur and around 77.6 km from English Bazar. Kusidha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garra is 311972. The village covers a total geographical area of 114.5 hectares and falls under the 732140 pincode. Malda is the nearest town, located about 97 km away.
Garra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chanchal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maldaha Uttar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garra
As per Census 2011, Garra village has a total population of 591 people, consisting of 312 males and 279 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 169 literate and 422 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 591 | 312 | 279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 45 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 33 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 169 | 98 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 422 | 214 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Garra
Garra is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Garra
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Garra. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Garra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malda to Garra is about 97 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Garra is about 77.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garra
Where is Garra located?
Garra village is located in Harischandrapur - I Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garra?
The Gram Panchayat of Garra is Kusidha.
What is the pincode of Garra?
The pincode of Garra is 732140.
What is the population of Garra?
Garra has a total population of 591, including 312 males and 279 females.
How many households are there in Garra?
There are 136 households in Garra.
What is the literacy rate in Garra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garra is 28.60%. Male literacy is 31.41% and female literacy is 25.45%.