Garga
Garga is a village located in Balarampur subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.6km away from sub-district headquarter Balarampur (tehsildar office) and 44.1km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Genrua is the gram panchayat of Garga village.
Garga has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 Garga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garga is 331675. The village spans a total geographical area of 1378.77 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723143. Balarampur is nearest town to Garga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Garga
Below is a concise population overview of Garga 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 | 1,958 | 983 | 975 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 311 | 153 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 46 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,431 | 718 | 713 |
| Literate Population | 1,000 | 646 | 354 |
| Illiterate Population | 958 | 337 | 621 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Garga village:
- The total population of Garga village is around 1,958, including approximately 983 males and 975 females, with a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 311 children aged 0–6 years in Garga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Garga village has 97 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,431 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Garga village is about 51.07%, with male literacy at 65.72% and female literacy at 36.31%.
- There are around 362 households in Garga village.
Connectivity of Garga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garga. As per the 2011 stats, Garga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Garga
Knowing the nearby villages of Garga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garga
- Where is Garga located?
- Garga village is situated in Balarampur Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Garga is Genrua (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Garga?
- The pincode of Garga is 723143, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Garga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garga is 1,958, with 983 males and 975 females.
- How many households are there in Garga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garga village has a total of 362 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garga is 51.07%. The male literacy rate is 65.72%, while the female literacy rate is 36.31%.