Garjindu - Telka, Chamba
Garjindu is a village situated in the Telka tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 75 km from Chamba. Bhajotra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garjindu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garjindu is 007270. The village covers a total geographical area of 499 hectares and falls under the 176312 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Garjindu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garjindu
According to the 2011 Census, Garjindu village had a total population of 178 people, including 94 males and 84 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.09%, with male literacy at 68.75% and female literacy at 56.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 89, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 89.
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 | 178 | 94 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 45 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 49 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 55 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 39 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Garjindu
Garjindu 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 Garjindu
Public transport in the Garjindu is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Garjindu is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Garjindu is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garjindu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garjindu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garjindu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garjindu 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 Garjindu
Where is Garjindu located?
Garjindu village is located in Telka Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garjindu?
The Gram Panchayat of Garjindu is Bhajotra.
What is the pincode of Garjindu?
The pincode of Garjindu is 176312.
What is the population of Garjindu?
Garjindu had a total population of 178, including 94 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Garjindu?
Garjindu had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garjindu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garjindu was 63.09%. Male literacy was 68.75% and female literacy was 56.52%.