Garnota - Sihunta, Chamba
Garnota is a village situated in the Sihunta tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Garnota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garnota is 007650. The village covers a total geographical area of 134.51 hectares and falls under the 176207 pincode. Chuari Khas is the nearest town.
Garnota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhattiyat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garnota
According to the 2011 Census, Garnota village had a total population of 1,304 people, including 639 males and 665 females, living in 282 households. The sex ratio was 1,041 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.51%, with male literacy at 89.77% and female literacy at 69.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 170, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 493.
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 | 1,304 | 639 | 665 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 72 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 80 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 493 | 237 | 256 |
| Literate Population | 916 | 509 | 407 |
| Illiterate Population | 388 | 130 | 258 |
Nearby Villages of Garnota
Garnota 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 Garnota
Garnota 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 Garnota is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garnota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garnota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Garnota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garnota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garnota
Where is Garnota located?
Garnota village is located in Sihunta Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garnota?
Garnota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garnota?
The pincode of Garnota is 176207.
What is the population of Garnota?
Garnota had a total population of 1,304, including 639 males and 665 females.
How many households are there in Garnota?
Garnota had 282 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garnota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garnota was 79.51%. Male literacy was 89.77% and female literacy was 69.57%.