Garder - Thural, Kangra
Garder is a village situated in the Thural tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Bachhwai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garder village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garder is 011087. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.2 hectares and falls under the 176107 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Garder village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sullah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garder
According to the 2011 Census, Garder village had a total population of 56 people, including 28 males and 28 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.33%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 76.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18.
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 | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 8 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Garder
Garder 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 Garder
Garder is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Garder is about 72 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 Garder
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garder village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Garder
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garder village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garder
Where is Garder located?
Garder village is located in Thural Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garder?
The Gram Panchayat of Garder is Bachhwai.
What is the pincode of Garder?
The pincode of Garder is 176107.
What is the population of Garder?
Garder had a total population of 56, including 28 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Garder?
Garder had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garder?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garder was 83.33%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 76.92%.