Garhphari
Garhphari is a village located in Chaurah tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 60km away from district headquarter Bhanjraru. Bhanjraru is the sub-district headquarter of Garhphari village. As per 2009 stats, Gadfari is the gram panchayat of Garhphari village.
Garhphari has its own place in the vibrant Chamba region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Garhphari
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garhphari is 006961. The village spans a total geographical area of 204 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 177631. Chamba is nearest town to Garhphari village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Garhphari village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Churah Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Garhphari
Population of Garhphari
Below is a concise population overview of Garhphari as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,013 | 509 | 504 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 80 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 257 | 124 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 559 | 326 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 454 | 183 | 271 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Garhphari village:
- The total population of Garhphari village is around 1,013, including approximately 509 males and 504 females, with a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 152 children aged 0–6 years in Garhphari village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Garhphari village has 257 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 9 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Garhphari village is about 55.18%, with male literacy at 64.05% and female literacy at 46.23%.
- There are around 174 households in Garhphari village.
Connectivity of Garhphari
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garhphari. As per the 2011 stats, Garhphari had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Garhphari
Knowing the nearby villages of Garhphari helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garhphari.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garhphari
- Where is Garhphari located?
- Garhphari village is situated in Chaurah Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garhphari?
- The Gram Panchayat of Garhphari is Gadfari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Garhphari?
- The pincode of Garhphari is 177631, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Garhphari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garhphari is 1,013, with 509 males and 504 females.
- How many households are there in Garhphari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garhphari village has a total of 174 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garhphari as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garhphari is 55.18%. The male literacy rate is 64.05%, while the female literacy rate is 46.23%.