Garanga
Garanga is a village located in Garbeta I subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.6km away from sub-district headquarter Garbeta . Midnapur is the district headquarter of Garanga village. As per 2009 stats, Garanga village is also a gram panchayat.
Garanga has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur 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 Garanga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garanga is 336981. The village spans a total geographical area of 88.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721127. Chandrakona is nearest town to Garanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Garanga
Population of Garanga
Below is a concise population overview of Garanga as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,179 | 578 | 601 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 70 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 489 | 223 | 266 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 24 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 690 | 368 | 322 |
| Illiterate Population | 489 | 210 | 279 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Garanga village:
- The total population of Garanga village is around 1,179, including approximately 578 males and 601 females, with a sex ratio of 1039 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 149 children aged 0–6 years in Garanga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Garanga village has 489 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 38 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Garanga village is about 58.52%, with male literacy at 63.67% and female literacy at 53.58%.
- There are around 246 households in Garanga village.
Connectivity of Garanga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garanga. As per the 2011 stats, Garanga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Garanga
Knowing the nearby villages of Garanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garanga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garanga
- Where is Garanga located?
- Garanga village is situated in Garbeta I Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garanga?
- Garanga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Garanga?
- The pincode of Garanga is 721127, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Garanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garanga is 1,179, with 578 males and 601 females.
- How many households are there in Garanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garanga village has a total of 246 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garanga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garanga is 58.52%. The male literacy rate is 63.67%, while the female literacy rate is 53.58%.