Gara is an inhabited village in Chhatna Block of Bankura district, West Bengal. Its Census village code is 326601, the Census 2011 record lists 962 people in 210 households and the reported area is 139.67 hectares. The local references include Chhatna CD Block and the nearest town reference is Bankura at about 40 km.
In short:
Gara is a village in Chhatna Block, Bankura district, West Bengal, India. The available record shows Census village code 326601 and 962 people in 210 households.
Village Code326601
Population962
Households210
Area139.67 hectares
Nearest TownBankura
Detailed village profile
Gara at a Glance
This profile highlights a listed population of 962 people, 139.67 hectares of reported area and Bankura as the nearest town reference for Gara, along with available Census, facility and local-service details.
Gara falls under Chhatna Block in Bankura district, West Bengal.
The Census village code is 326601.
The record lists 962 people living in 210 households.
The reported village area is 139.67 hectares.
The nearest town named in the record is Bankura.
This profile includes Census Codes and Administrative Details, Location and Distance, Population and Social Groups, Education Facilities, and other reported village details.
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Data Sources and Verification
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Census and Amenities
Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records
DCHB Publisher
Registrar General of India, Government of India
Banking Context
Bank ATM, CDM and CRM records use RBI-sourced banking access data
Key Village Facts
Village
Gara
Census Village Code
326601
State
West Bengal
State Census Code
19
District
Bankura
District Census Code
339
Sub-district / Local Admin Unit
Chhatna
Sub-district Census Code
02359
CD Block
Chhatna
Households
210
Population
962
Male Population
496
Female Population
466
Sex Ratio
939.52
Area
139.67 hectares
Area
1.4 sq km
Nearest Town
Bankura
Nearest Town Distance
40 km
PIN Code Reported in Source Data
722136
Reference Year
2009
Key Calculated Values
These values are calculated from the same village record to make comparison easier. They are not separate official figures.
Population Density688.77 people / sq km
Calculated from listed population and area.
Average Household Size4.58 people
Calculated from listed population and households.
SC Population Share24.74%
Shown from the village record.
ST Population Share0%
Shown from the village record.
Irrigated Land Share29.1%
Calculated from irrigated land and net sown area.
Census Codes and Administrative Details
These Census 2011 identifiers place Gara in the official administrative record. Census village code 326601 and Chhatna CD Block.
State Census Code
19
District Census Code
339
Sub-district Census Code
02359
Village Census Code
326601
CD Block Code
0206
CD Block Name
Chhatna
Location and Distance
Bankura is the nearest town listed for Gara, about 40 km away. These distances are useful for orientation, not for survey, boundary or emergency use.
Sub-district Headquarter
Chhatna
Distance from Sub-district Headquarter
19.3 km
District Headquarter
Bankura
Nearest Statutory Town
Bankura
Distance from Nearest Statutory Town
40 km
Nearest Town
Bankura
Distance from Nearest Town
40 km
Total Geographical Area
139.67 hectares
Area
1.4 sq km
Population and Social Groups
The Census 2011 record lists 962 people in 210 households, with 496 male residents and 466 female residents. The average household size is 4.58, and SC share is 24.74% and ST share is 0% for Gara. Population density works out to about 688.77 people per sq km.
Total Households
210
Total Population
962
Male Population
496
Female Population
466
Sex Ratio
939.52
Average Household Size
4.58
SC Population
238
SC Male Population
116
SC Female Population
122
SC Population Share
24.74
Village Status
Inhabited
Education Facilities
Education entries for Gara list 1 government primary school. Counts come from the village facility record and may need local verification for current school status.
Government Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKG
Available
Government Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKG Count
1
Government Primary School
Available
Government Primary School Count
1
Drinking Water and Sanitation
Drinking-water and sanitation entries for Gara include hand pump water, river or canal water and tank, pond or lake water. These are historical facility records, not a live water-quality guarantee.
Uncovered Well
Available
Uncovered Well Functions All Year
Available
Uncovered Well Functions in Summer
Available
Hand Pump
Available
Hand Pump Functions All Year
Available
Hand Pump Functions in Summer
Available
River Canal
Available
River Canal Functions All Year
Available
River Canal Functions in Summer
Available
Tank Pond Lake
Available
Tank Pond Lake Functions All Year
Available
Tank Pond Lake Functions in Summer
Available
No Drainage
Available
Drain Water Discharge Destination
Sewer plant
Wells Tube Wells Area In Hectares
6.2 hectares
Connectivity, Roads and Transport
Connectivity records for Gara include mobile phone coverage. Use them as access clues and confirm present conditions locally.
Mobile Phone Coverage
Available
Cycle Rickshaw
Available
Cycle Pulled Rickshaws Machine Driven
Available
Footpath
Available
Financial, Market and Public Services
Public-service entries for Gara include self-help groups, Anganwadi centre and ASHA services. Banking rows on this page are shown separately because they use RBI-sourced bank service records.
Self Help Group SHG
Available
Nutritional Centres ICDS
Available
Nutritional Centres Anganwadi Centre
Available
ASHA
Available
Power Supply
Domestic power supply for Gara is reported as 14 hours per day in summer and 16 hours per day in winter. Treat this as historical Census/District Census Handbook data.
Power Supply For Domestic Use
Available
Power Supply For Domestic Use Summer April Sept Hours Per Day
14 hours/day
Power Supply For Domestic Use Winter Oct March Hours Per Day
16 hours/day
Land Use and Local Economy
Land-use records for Gara show that reported agricultural commodities include Paddy, Wheat and Vegetables, net sown area is 86.97 hectares and irrigated land is 25.3 hectares (29.1% of net sown area). These figures help explain village agriculture and local economy context.
Agricultural Commodities First
Paddy
Manufacturers Commodities First
Bricks
Agricultural Commodities Second
Wheat
Agricultural Commodities Third
Vegetables
Area Under Non Agricultural Uses In Hectares
52.7
Net Area Sown In Hectares
86.97
Total Unirrigated Land Area In Hectares
61.67 hectares
Area Irrigated By Source In Hectares
25.3
Tanks Lakes Area In Hectares
19.1 hectares
Other Available Details
These extra fields are shown because they may still be useful for understanding the village record.
Nutritional Centres Others
Available
Noindex
False
Map and Location
Verified latitude and longitude are not available in the source data. Use the map search links for general location reference only.
Verified map coordinates are not reported in the source data.
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The village source does not confirm an ATM inside this village. The bank ATM, Cash Deposit Machine (CDM) and Cash Recycler Machine (CRM) records below are shown as nearby or same-area banking service context only.
Only the village source ATM status is used to say whether an ATM is reported inside the village.
Village ATM Status
Not available in village
Nearest ATM Facility
More than 10 km
Commercial Bank
Not available in village
Cooperative Bank
Not available in village
Same-area Bank Service Records
1
Banks in Matched Records
1
Matched PINs
1
Match basis: ATM/CDM/CRM records found in the same PIN, district and local admin area
ATM/CDM/CRM Type Summary
Device type summary for matched banking access records
Device Type
Records
Share
ATM
1
100%
Top Banks in Matched Records
Top banks from matched ATM, CDM and CRM records
Bank
Records
Share
State Bank of India
1
100%
Selected Bank ATM, CDM and CRM Service Records
These selected bank service records are sourced from Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data. The services belong to the listed banks. Confirm the current address, service status and timings with the bank before visiting.
Selected bank ATM, CDM and CRM service records
Bank
Type
PIN
District
Local Area
Centre
Address
State Bank of India
ATM
722136
Bankura
Chhatna
Saluni
Bankura Harigram Goenka More, P. O. Kantapahari, Teh.chhatna, 722136, Bankura, West Bengal, 722136
Full forms: ATM means Automated Teller Machine, CDM means Cash Deposit Machine, and CRM means Cash Recycler Machine.
ATM, CDM and CRM details are based on external banking access records and should be verified with the bank before visiting. PIN code or district matches do not prove that a facility is inside the village.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Gara village located?
Gara is in Chhatna Block of Bankura district in West Bengal, India.
Which district is Gara village in?
Gara village is in Bankura district.
Which state is Gara village in?
Gara village is in West Bengal.
Which block is Gara under?
Gara comes under Chhatna Block. Census records usually call this administrative level a sub-district.
What is the Census village code of Gara?
The Census village code of Gara is 326601.
What is the population of Gara village?
The village record lists 962 people and 210 households for Gara.
How many households are in Gara village?
The village record lists 210 households for Gara.
What is the male and female population of Gara?
The record lists 496 male residents and 466 female residents for Gara.
What is the sex ratio of Gara village?
The sex ratio of Gara is 939.52 females per 1000 males in the available record.
What is the area of Gara village?
The reported geographical area of Gara is 139.67 hectares.
What is the population density of Gara village?
The approximate population density of Gara is 688.77 people per sq km, calculated from the listed population and area.
What is the nearest town to Gara?
The nearest town listed for Gara is Bankura, about 40 km away.
How far is Gara from the sub-district headquarters?
Gara is about 19.3 km from Chhatna, the block headquarters listed in the available records.
What education facilities are listed for Gara?
The village facility record lists 1 government primary school for Gara.
What crops or land-use details are reported for Gara?
For Gara, reported agricultural commodities include Paddy, Wheat and Vegetables, net sown area is 86.97 hectares and irrigated land is 25.3 hectares.
Are bank ATM, CDM or CRM services listed near Gara?
The page shows 1 matched bank ATM, Cash Deposit Machine or Cash Recycler Machine service records near or within the same matched area for Gara. These records include 1 banks. Verify current service status with the bank before visiting.
Is a primary school reported for this village?
Yes. The village record marks a primary school as available in Gara.
Are drinking water facilities reported for this village?
No. The village record marks drinking water facilities as not available for Gara.
Source note: Vill prepares village pages mainly from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records published under the Registrar General of India, Government of India. Postal context is for address reference, and banking context uses available Reserve Bank of India (RBI) access records where shown. Some values may be blank, old or not listed. Please verify important details with official records before using them for legal, land, revenue, postal, financial or administrative work. Page last reviewed: 30 May 2026.