Garh - Churah, Chamba
Garh is a village situated in the Churah tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 100 km from Chamba. Bairagarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garh is 006797. The village covers a total geographical area of 390 hectares and falls under the 176316 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Garh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Churah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garh
According to the 2011 Census, Garh village had a total population of 742 people, including 383 males and 359 females, living in 143 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.37%, with male literacy at 79.35% and female literacy at 48.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 70, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
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 | 742 | 383 | 359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 44 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 40 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 421 | 269 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 321 | 114 | 207 |
Nearby Villages of Garh
Garh 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 Garh
Garh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Garh is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garh
Where is Garh located?
Garh village is located in Churah Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garh?
The Gram Panchayat of Garh is Bairagarh.
What is the pincode of Garh?
The pincode of Garh is 176316.
What is the population of Garh?
Garh had a total population of 742, including 383 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Garh?
Garh had 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garh was 64.37%. Male literacy was 79.35% and female literacy was 48.25%.