Garra - Salbani, Paschim Medinipur
Garra is a village situated in the Salbani subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Bhimpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garra is 338688. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.44 hectares and falls under the 721516 pincode. Midnapur is the nearest town, located about 46 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 Salboni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garra
As per Census 2011, Garra village has a total population of 689 people, consisting of 351 males and 338 females. The village has 142 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 404 literate and 285 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 328 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 689 | 351 | 338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 57 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 328 | 169 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 404 | 243 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 285 | 108 | 177 |
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
Garra is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Midnapur to Garra is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garra
Where is Garra located?
Garra village is located in Salbani Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garra?
The Gram Panchayat of Garra is Bhimpur.
What is the pincode of Garra?
The pincode of Garra is 721516.
What is the population of Garra?
Garra has a total population of 689, including 351 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Garra?
There are 142 households in Garra.
What is the literacy rate in Garra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garra is 58.64%. Male literacy is 69.23% and female literacy is 47.63%.