Gar

Gar is a village located in Minakhan subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.6km away from sub-district headquarter Minakhan. Barasat is the district headquarter of Gar village. As per 2009 stats, Bamanpukur is the gram panchayat of Gar village.

Gar has its own place in the vibrant North Twenty Four Parganas 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 Gar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gar is 323787. The village spans a total geographical area of 34.94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743502. Basirhat is nearest town to Gar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 73km away.

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Population of Gar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,066 553 513
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 147 89 58
Scheduled Castes (SC) 62 33 29
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 1 N/A
Literate Population 777 422 355
Illiterate Population 289 131 158

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

  • The total population of Gar village is around 1,066, including approximately 553 males and 513 females, with a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 147 children aged 0–6 years in Gar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gar village has 62 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gar village is about 72.89%, with male literacy at 76.31% and female literacy at 69.20%.
  • There are around 228 households in Gar village.

Connectivity of Gar

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

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

Nearby Villages of Gar

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

Bachhra Abad Bachhra Shibpur Rajendrapur Pipuldaha Padmapukuria Garabad Tentultala Laugachhi Abad Jhikra Bhatka

Frequently Asked Questions about Gar

Where is Gar located?
Gar village is situated in Minakhan Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gar is Bamanpukur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gar?
The pincode of Gar is 743502, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gar is 1,066, with 553 males and 513 females.
How many households are there in Gar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gar village has a total of 228 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gar is 72.89%. The male literacy rate is 76.31%, while the female literacy rate is 69.20%.