Garal - Sonarpur, South 24 Parganas
Garal is a village situated in the Sonarpur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.4 km from Rajpur and around 35.6 km from Alipore. Pratapnagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garal is 333594. The village covers a total geographical area of 168.53 hectares and falls under the 700150 pincode. Sonarpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Garal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonarpur Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garal
According to the 2011 Census, Garal village had a total population of 1,747 people, including 900 males and 847 females, living in 390 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.94%, with male literacy at 74.94% and female literacy at 56.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,602.
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 | 1,747 | 900 | 847 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 98 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,602 | 819 | 783 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,022 | 601 | 421 |
| Illiterate Population | 725 | 299 | 426 |
Nearby Villages of Garal
Garal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Metiari | South-East | 0.87 km |
| Samukpota | North-West | 1.23 km |
| Pratapnagar | North-East | 1.39 km |
| Muragachha | West | 1.51 km |
| Kalikapur | South-West | 2.36 km |
| Natagachhi | West | 2.87 km |
| Sangur | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Nabhasan | South-East | 2.90 km |
| Arapanch | West | 3.42 km |
| Raypur | South | 3.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garal
Public transport in the Garal is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Kalikapur, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sonarpur to Garal is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Garal is about 35.6 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garal
Where is Garal located?
Garal village is located in Sonarpur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garal?
The Gram Panchayat of Garal is Pratapnagar.
What is the pincode of Garal?
The pincode of Garal is 700150.
What is the population of Garal?
Garal had a total population of 1,747, including 900 males and 847 females.
How many households are there in Garal?
Garal had 390 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garal was 65.94%. Male literacy was 74.94% and female literacy was 56.28%.