Garh - Alampur, Kangra
Garh is a village situated in the Alampur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 86 km from Dharmsala. Bardam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garh is 011358. The village covers a total geographical area of 151.27 hectares and falls under the 176097 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Garh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisinghpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garh
As per Census 2011, Garh village has a total population of 645 people, consisting of 286 males and 359 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 1,255 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 479 literate and 166 illiterate residents. Additionally, 109 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 645 | 286 | 359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 43 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 46 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 479 | 224 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 62 | 104 |
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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Garh is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garh
Where is Garh located?
Garh village is located in Alampur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garh?
The Gram Panchayat of Garh is Bardam.
What is the pincode of Garh?
The pincode of Garh is 176097.
What is the population of Garh?
Garh has a total population of 645, including 286 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Garh?
There are 136 households in Garh.
What is the literacy rate in Garh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garh is 74.26%. Male literacy is 78.32% and female literacy is 71.03%.