Garkhali
Garkhali is a village located in Canning I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.8km away from sub-district headquarter Canning (tehsildar office) and 48.6km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Itkhola is the gram panchayat of Garkhali village.
Garkhali has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas 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 Garkhali
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garkhali is 333785. The village spans a total geographical area of 424.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743329. Canning is nearest town to Garkhali village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Garkhali
Population of Garkhali
Below is a concise population overview of Garkhali 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 | 1,502 | 753 | 749 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 269 | 133 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 517 | 262 | 255 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 822 | 465 | 357 |
| Illiterate Population | 680 | 288 | 392 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Garkhali village:
- The total population of Garkhali village is around 1,502, including approximately 753 males and 749 females, with a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 269 children aged 0–6 years in Garkhali village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Garkhali village has 517 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Garkhali village is about 54.73%, with male literacy at 61.75% and female literacy at 47.66%.
- There are around 281 households in Garkhali village.
Connectivity of Garkhali
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garkhali. As per the 2011 stats, Garkhali had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Garkhali
Knowing the nearby villages of Garkhali helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garkhali.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garkhali
- Where is Garkhali located?
- Garkhali village is situated in Canning I Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garkhali?
- The Gram Panchayat of Garkhali is Itkhola (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Garkhali?
- The pincode of Garkhali is 743329, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Garkhali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garkhali is 1,502, with 753 males and 749 females.
- How many households are there in Garkhali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garkhali village has a total of 281 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garkhali as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garkhali is 54.73%. The male literacy rate is 61.75%, while the female literacy rate is 47.66%.