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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Garnal village had a total population of 68 people, including 33 males and 35 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,061 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.70%, with male literacy at 96.43% and female literacy at 65.52%.
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 | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 68, including 33 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Garnal?
Garnal had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garnal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garnal was 80.70%. Male literacy was 96.43% and female literacy was 65.52%.