Garhi Sikandarah - Jagadhri, Yamunanagar
Garhi Sikandarah is a village situated in the Jagadhri tehsil of Yamunanagar district, Haryana. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jagadhri and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Yamunanagar. Garhi Sikandra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garhi Sikandarah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhi Sikandarah is 057745. The village covers a total geographical area of 106 hectares and falls under the 135003 pincode. Yamunanagar is the nearest town.
Garhi Sikandarah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Radaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garhi Sikandarah
As per Census 2011, Garhi Sikandarah village has a total population of 596 people, consisting of 326 males and 270 females. The village has 110 households and a sex ratio of 828 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 389 literate and 207 illiterate residents. Additionally, 310 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garhi Sikandarah are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 596 | 326 | 270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 45 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 310 | 166 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 389 | 227 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 99 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Garhi Sikandarah
Garhi Sikandarah 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 Sikandarah
Garhi Sikandarah is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Garhi Sikandarah.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Yamunanagar to Garhi Sikandarah is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garhi Sikandarah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhi Sikandarah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garhi Sikandarah
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 Sikandarah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garhi Sikandarah
Where is Garhi Sikandarah located?
Garhi Sikandarah village is located in Jagadhri Tehsil, Yamunanagar district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garhi Sikandarah?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhi Sikandarah is Garhi Sikandra.
What is the pincode of Garhi Sikandarah?
The pincode of Garhi Sikandarah is 135003.
What is the population of Garhi Sikandarah?
Garhi Sikandarah has a total population of 596, including 326 males and 270 females.
How many households are there in Garhi Sikandarah?
There are 110 households in Garhi Sikandarah.
What is the literacy rate in Garhi Sikandarah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhi Sikandarah is 65.27%. Male literacy is 69.63% and female literacy is 60.00%.