Garhi - Narwana, Jind
Garhi is a village situated in the Narwana tehsil of Jind district, Haryana. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narwana and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Jind. Garhi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhi is 059967. The village covers a total geographical area of 403 hectares and falls under the 126116 pincode. Narwana is the nearest town.
Garhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garhi
According to the 2011 Census, Garhi village had a total population of 1,669 people, including 873 males and 796 females, living in 292 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.83%, with male literacy at 71.79% and female literacy at 56.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 583.
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 | 1,669 | 873 | 796 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 199 | 93 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 583 | 311 | 272 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 953 | 560 | 393 |
| Illiterate Population | 716 | 313 | 403 |
Nearby Villages of Garhi
Garhi 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 Garhi
Public transport in the Garhi is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jind to Garhi is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garhi
Where is Garhi located?
Garhi village is located in Narwana Tehsil, Jind district, Haryana, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garhi?
Garhi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garhi?
The pincode of Garhi is 126116.
What is the population of Garhi?
Garhi had a total population of 1,669, including 873 males and 796 females.
How many households are there in Garhi?
Garhi had 292 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhi was 64.83%. Male literacy was 71.79% and female literacy was 56.96%.