Garli - Pragpur, Kangra
Garli is a village situated in the Pragpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 68 km from Dharmsala. Garli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garli is 010714. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.15 hectares and falls under the 177108 pincode. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Garli 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 Garli
According to the 2011 Census, Garli village had a total population of 542 people, including 275 males and 267 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.64%, with male literacy at 99.22% and female literacy at 91.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 84.
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 | 542 | 275 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 40 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 483 | 255 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 20 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Garli
Garli 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 Garli
Garli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Garli is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garli 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 Garli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garli 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Garli
Where is Garli located?
Garli village is located in Pragpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garli?
Garli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garli?
The pincode of Garli is 177108.
What is the population of Garli?
Garli had a total population of 542, including 275 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Garli?
Garli had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garli was 95.64%. Male literacy was 99.22% and female literacy was 91.94%.