Garh - Haripur, Kangra
Garh is a village situated in the Haripur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from Dharmsala. Bankhandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garh is 010369. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.06 hectares and falls under the 177114 pincode. Dera Gopipur 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 Dehra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garh
According to the 2011 Census, Garh village had a total population of 313 people, including 152 males and 161 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,059 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.88%, with male literacy at 97.69% and female literacy at 84.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20.
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 | 313 | 152 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 249 | 127 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 25 | 39 |
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. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Garh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Garh is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| 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 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garh
Where is Garh located?
Garh village is located in Haripur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garh?
The Gram Panchayat of Garh is Bankhandi.
What is the pincode of Garh?
The pincode of Garh is 177114.
What is the population of Garh?
Garh had a total population of 313, including 152 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Garh?
Garh had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garh was 90.88%. Male literacy was 97.69% and female literacy was 84.72%.