Garmal

Garmal is a village located in Salbani subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Salbani are the district & sub-district headquarters of Garmal village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Garhmal is the gram panchayat of Garmal village.

Here you can discover what makes Garmal unique in its vibrant Salbani-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Garmal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Garmal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garmal is 338879. The village spans a total geographical area of 342.59 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721102. Midnapur is nearest town to Garmal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

As per 2019 stats, Garmal village comes under Medinipur assembly & parliamentary constituency.

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Population of Garmal

According to the 2011 Census, Garmal has a total population of about 1,324, with approximately 686 males and 638 females. The sex ratio is around 930 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 166 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 171 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 770. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.49%, with male literacy at about 76.53% and female literacy near 61.91%. There are around 292 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Garmal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,324 686 638
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 166 90 76
Scheduled Castes (SC) 171 92 79
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 770 392 378
Literate Population 920 525 395
Illiterate Population 404 161 243

Connectivity of Garmal

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Garmal

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Garmal

Where is Garmal located?
Garmal village is situated in Salbani Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garmal?
The Gram Panchayat of Garmal is Garhmal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Garmal?
The pincode of Garmal is 721102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Garmal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garmal is 1,324, with 686 males and 638 females.
How many households are there in Garmal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Garmal village has a total of 292 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garmal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garmal is 69.49%. The male literacy rate is 76.53%, while the female literacy rate is 61.91%.