Garh Khas

Garh Khas is a village located in Thural tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 57km away from district headquarter Thural. Thural is the sub-district headquarter of Garh Khas village. As per 2009 stats, Gharh is the gram panchayat of Garh Khas village.

Garh Khas has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Garh Khas

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garh Khas is 011049. The village spans a total geographical area of 91.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176093. Palampur is nearest town to Garh Khas village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Garh Khas

Below is a concise population overview of Garh Khas as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 673 332 341
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 67 30 37
Scheduled Castes (SC) 248 123 125
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 465 261 204
Illiterate Population 208 71 137

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Garh Khas village:

  • The total population of Garh Khas village is around 673, including approximately 332 males and 341 females, with a sex ratio of 1027 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 67 children aged 0–6 years in Garh Khas village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Garh Khas village has 248 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Garh Khas village is about 69.09%, with male literacy at 78.61% and female literacy at 59.82%.
  • There are around 149 households in Garh Khas village.

Connectivity of Garh Khas

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garh Khas. As per the 2011 stats, Garh Khas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Garh Khas

Knowing the nearby villages of Garh Khas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garh Khas.

Khameher Malkehar Bir Garh Basdi D P F Bajur Gahar Jangrehar Khajurnu Nagan

Frequently Asked Questions about Garh Khas

Where is Garh Khas located?
Garh Khas village is situated in Thural Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garh Khas?
The Gram Panchayat of Garh Khas is Gharh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Garh Khas?
The pincode of Garh Khas is 176093, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Garh Khas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garh Khas is 673, with 332 males and 341 females.
How many households are there in Garh Khas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Garh Khas village has a total of 149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garh Khas as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garh Khas is 69.09%. The male literacy rate is 78.61%, while the female literacy rate is 59.82%.