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.
Here you can discover what makes Garhphari unique in its vibrant Chaurah-Chamba region. You’ll see Garhphari’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Garhphari has a total population of about 1,013, with approximately 509 males and 504 females. The sex ratio is around 990 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 152 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 257 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 9. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.18%, with male literacy at about 64.05% and female literacy near 46.23%. There are around 174 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Garhphari's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
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 |
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) |
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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%.