Garia - Egra - II, Purba Medinipur
Garia is a village situated in the Egra - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Dubda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garia is 346778. The village covers a total geographical area of 165.67 hectares and falls under the 721448 pincode. Egra is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Garia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Egra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Medinipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garia
According to the 2011 Census, Garia village had a total population of 1,325 people, including 696 males and 629 females, living in 283 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.94%, with male literacy at 95.84% and female literacy at 85.54%.
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 | 1,325 | 696 | 629 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 71 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,084 | 599 | 485 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 97 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Garia
Garia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Asti | North | 0.71 km |
| Khurutia | South-West | 0.93 km |
| Takapur | North-East | 1.20 km |
| Lalpur | South-West | 1.70 km |
| Paniparul | South | 2.12 km |
| Kultikri | South-East | 2.47 km |
| Hansaria | North-West | 2.49 km |
| Aranga | South-East | 2.56 km |
| Dubda | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Chaulda | North-West | 3.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garia
Garia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Badalpur Ph, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Egra to Garia is about 11 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 Garia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garia
Where is Garia located?
Garia village is located in Egra - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garia?
The Gram Panchayat of Garia is Dubda.
What is the pincode of Garia?
The pincode of Garia is 721448.
What is the population of Garia?
Garia had a total population of 1,325, including 696 males and 629 females.
How many households are there in Garia?
Garia had 283 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garia was 90.94%. Male literacy was 95.84% and female literacy was 85.54%.