Garhgaon - Tikken, Mandi
Garhgaon is a village situated in the Tikken tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 72 km from Mandi. Tarswan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garhgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhgaon is 013041. The village covers a total geographical area of 290.26 hectares and falls under the 175013 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Garhgaon 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 Garhgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Garhgaon village had a total population of 166 people, including 86 males and 80 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.53%, with male literacy at 82.67% and female literacy at 52.94%.
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 | 166 | 86 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 62 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 24 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Garhgaon
Garhgaon 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 Garhgaon
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Garhgaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Garhgaon 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 Garhgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Garhgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garhgaon
Where is Garhgaon located?
Garhgaon village is located in Tikken Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garhgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhgaon is Tarswan.
What is the pincode of Garhgaon?
The pincode of Garhgaon is 175013.
What is the population of Garhgaon?
Garhgaon had a total population of 166, including 86 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Garhgaon?
Garhgaon had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garhgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhgaon was 68.53%. Male literacy was 82.67% and female literacy was 52.94%.