Garra - Mohanpur, Paschim Medinipur
Garra is a village situated in the Mohanpur subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Mohanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garra is 344109. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.49 hectares and falls under the 721436 pincode. Egra is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Garra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garra
According to the 2011 Census, Garra village had a total population of 548 people, including 289 males and 259 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.12%, with male literacy at 98.07% and female literacy at 89.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 548 | 289 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 30 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 25 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 448 | 254 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 35 | 65 |
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 in the Garra is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Egra to Garra is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garra
Where is Garra located?
Garra village is located in Mohanpur Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garra?
The Gram Panchayat of Garra is Mohanpur.
What is the pincode of Garra?
The pincode of Garra is 721436.
What is the population of Garra?
Garra had a total population of 548, including 289 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Garra?
Garra had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garra was 94.12%. Male literacy was 98.07% and female literacy was 89.40%.