Garola - Holi, Chamba
Garola is a village situated in the Holi tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Garola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garola is 008020. The village covers a total geographical area of 424.7 hectares and falls under the 176309 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Garola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharmour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garola
As per Census 2011, Garola village has a total population of 1,214 people, consisting of 642 males and 572 females. The village has 259 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 146 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 830 literate and 384 illiterate residents. Additionally, 339 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 775 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,214 | 642 | 572 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 87 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 339 | 174 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 775 | 407 | 368 |
| Literate Population | 830 | 471 | 359 |
| Illiterate Population | 384 | 171 | 213 |
Nearby Villages of Garola
Garola 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 Garola
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Garola.
| 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 Garola is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garola
Where is Garola located?
Garola village is located in Holi Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garola?
Garola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garola?
The pincode of Garola is 176309.
What is the population of Garola?
Garola has a total population of 1,214, including 642 males and 572 females.
How many households are there in Garola?
There are 259 households in Garola.
What is the literacy rate in Garola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garola is 68.37%. Male literacy is 73.36% and female literacy is 62.76%.