Garaman - Tikken, Mandi
Garaman is a village situated in the Tikken tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 66 km from Mandi. Dhamchayan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garaman village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garaman is 013019. The village covers a total geographical area of 448 hectares and falls under the 175013 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Garaman village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Darang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garaman
According to the 2011 Census, Garaman village had a total population of 297 people, including 139 males and 158 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 1,137 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.75%, with male literacy at 72.58% and female literacy at 45.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 95.
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 | 297 | 139 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 15 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 46 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 151 | 90 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 49 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Garaman
Garaman 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 Garaman
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Garaman.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Garaman is about 66 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 Garaman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garaman village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garaman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garaman village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garaman
Where is Garaman located?
Garaman village is located in Tikken Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garaman?
The Gram Panchayat of Garaman is Dhamchayan.
What is the pincode of Garaman?
The pincode of Garaman is 175013.
What is the population of Garaman?
Garaman had a total population of 297, including 139 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Garaman?
Garaman had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garaman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garaman was 58.75%. Male literacy was 72.58% and female literacy was 45.86%.