Garhwalka
Garhwalka is a village located in Chaurah tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 83km away from district headquarter Bhanjraru. Bhanjraru is the sub-district headquarter of Garhwalka village. As per 2009 stats, Himgiri is the gram panchayat of Garhwalka village.
Garhwalka 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 Garhwalka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garhwalka is 006893. The village spans a total geographical area of 132 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176321. Chamba is nearest town to Garhwalka village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Garhwalka 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.
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Population of Garhwalka
Below is a concise population overview of Garhwalka 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 | 749 | 372 | 377 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 50 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 356 | 180 | 176 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 458 | 281 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 91 | 200 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Garhwalka village:
- The total population of Garhwalka village is around 749, including approximately 372 males and 377 females, with a sex ratio of 1013 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 113 children aged 0–6 years in Garhwalka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Garhwalka village has 356 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 18 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Garhwalka village is about 61.15%, with male literacy at 75.54% and female literacy at 46.95%.
- There are around 136 households in Garhwalka village.
Connectivity of Garhwalka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garhwalka. As per the 2011 stats, Garhwalka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Garhwalka
Knowing the nearby villages of Garhwalka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garhwalka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garhwalka
- Where is Garhwalka located?
- Garhwalka village is situated in Chaurah Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garhwalka?
- The Gram Panchayat of Garhwalka is Himgiri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Garhwalka?
- The pincode of Garhwalka is 176321, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Garhwalka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garhwalka is 749, with 372 males and 377 females.
- How many households are there in Garhwalka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garhwalka village has a total of 136 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garhwalka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garhwalka is 61.15%. The male literacy rate is 75.54%, while the female literacy rate is 46.95%.