Garola
Garola is a village located in Holi tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 52km away from district headquarter Holi. Holi is the sub-district headquarter of Garola village. As per 2009 stats, Garola village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Garola unique in its vibrant Holi-Chamba region. You’ll see Garola’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 Garola
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garola is 008020. The village spans a total geographical area of 424.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176309. Chamba is nearest town to Garola village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Garola 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 Bharmour Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Garola
Population of Garola
According to the 2011 Census, Garola has a total population of about 1,214, with approximately 642 males and 572 females. The sex ratio is around 890 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 146 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 339 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 775. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.37%, with male literacy at about 73.36% and female literacy near 62.76%. There are around 259 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Garola's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Garola
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garola. As per the 2011 stats, Garola 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Garola
Knowing the nearby villages of Garola helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garola.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garola
- Where is Garola located?
- Garola village is situated in Holi Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garola?
- Garola serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Garola?
- The pincode of Garola is 176309, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Garola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garola is 1,214, with 642 males and 572 females.
- How many households are there in Garola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garola village has a total of 259 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garola as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garola is 68.37%. The male literacy rate is 73.36%, while the female literacy rate is 62.76%.