Garh - Chachian, Kangra
Garh is a village situated in the Chachian tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from Dharmsala. Chachian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garh is 011499. The village covers a total geographical area of 76.07 hectares and falls under the 176092 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 Palampur 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 759 people, consisting of 397 males and 362 females. The village has 182 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 619 literate and 140 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 128 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 759 | 397 | 362 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 35 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 20 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 128 | 68 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 619 | 341 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 56 | 84 |
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 | 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 Dharmsala to Garh is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Garh
Where is Garh located?
Garh village is located in Chachian Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garh?
The Gram Panchayat of Garh is Chachian.
What is the pincode of Garh?
The pincode of Garh is 176092.
What is the population of Garh?
Garh has a total population of 759, including 397 males and 362 females.
How many households are there in Garh?
There are 182 households in Garh.
What is the literacy rate in Garh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garh is 81.55%. Male literacy is 85.89% and female literacy is 76.80%.