Garnal - Bilaspur Sadar, Bilaspur
Garnal is a village situated in the Bilaspur Sadar tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Raghunath Pura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garnal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garnal is 019781. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.93 hectares and falls under the 174005 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Garnal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garnal
As per Census 2011, Garnal village has a total population of 68 people, consisting of 33 males and 35 females. The village has 11 households and a sex ratio of 1,060 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 46 literate and 22 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garnal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 27 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 6 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Garnal
Garnal 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 Garnal
Garnal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Garnal is about 6 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 Garnal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garnal 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 | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Garnal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garnal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garnal
Where is Garnal located?
Garnal village is located in Bilaspur Sadar Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garnal?
The Gram Panchayat of Garnal is Raghunath Pura.
What is the pincode of Garnal?
The pincode of Garnal is 174005.
What is the population of Garnal?
Garnal has a total population of 68, including 33 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Garnal?
There are 11 households in Garnal.
What is the literacy rate in Garnal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garnal is 67.65%. Male literacy is 81.82% and female literacy is 54.29%.