Garnala - Ambala Cantonment, Ambala
Garnala is a village situated in the Ambala Cantonment tehsil of Ambala district, Haryana. It is located approximately 7 km from Ambala and around 7 km from Ambala. Garnala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garnala is 057351. The village covers a total geographical area of 324 hectares and falls under the 134007 pincode. Ambala is the nearest town.
Garnala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ambala Cantt. Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ambala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garnala
According to the 2011 Census, Garnala village had a total population of 2,454 people, including 1,300 males and 1,154 females, living in 473 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.45%, with male literacy at 87.56% and female literacy at 68.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,155.
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 | 2,454 | 1,300 | 1,154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 296 | 167 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,155 | 611 | 544 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,693 | 992 | 701 |
| Illiterate Population | 761 | 308 | 453 |
Nearby Villages of Garnala
Garnala is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Garnala
Garnala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Garnala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ambala to Garnala is about 7 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garnala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garnala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garnala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garnala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Garnala
Where is Garnala located?
Garnala village is located in Ambala Cantonment Tehsil, Ambala district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garnala?
Garnala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garnala?
The pincode of Garnala is 134007.
What is the population of Garnala?
Garnala had a total population of 2,454, including 1,300 males and 1,154 females.
How many households are there in Garnala?
Garnala had 473 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garnala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garnala was 78.45%. Male literacy was 87.56% and female literacy was 68.39%.