Garasu - Nankhari, Shimla
Garasu is a village situated in the Nankhari tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Sholi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garasu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garasu is 023791. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.28 hectares and falls under the 172021 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Garasu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garasu
According to the 2011 Census, Garasu village had a total population of 391 people, including 202 males and 189 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.13%, with male literacy at 90.32% and female literacy at 64.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 221.
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 | 391 | 202 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 16 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 221 | 115 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 275 | 168 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 34 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Garasu
Garasu 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 Garasu
Public transport in the Garasu 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 Shimla to Garasu is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garasu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garasu 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garasu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garasu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garasu
Where is Garasu located?
Garasu village is located in Nankhari Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garasu?
The Gram Panchayat of Garasu is Sholi.
What is the pincode of Garasu?
The pincode of Garasu is 172021.
What is the population of Garasu?
Garasu had a total population of 391, including 202 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Garasu?
Garasu had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garasu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garasu was 78.13%. Male literacy was 90.32% and female literacy was 64.46%.