Garkahan
About Garkahan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Garkahan village is 024211. Garkahan village is located in Seoni tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 50km away from district headquarter Seoni. Seoni is the sub-district headquarter of Garkahan village. As per 2009 stats, Majhiwar is the gram panchayat of Garkahan village.
The total geographical area of village is 57 hectares. Garkahan has a total population of 253 peoples, out of which male population is 126 while female population is 127. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1007 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of garkahan village is 81.03% out of which 89.68% males and 72.44% females are literate. There are about 55 houses in garkahan village. Pincode of garkahan village locality is 171018.
When it comes to administration, Garkahan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Garkahan village comes under Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Seoni is nearest town to garkahan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Garkahan
The population details of Garkahan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 253 | 126 | 127 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 17 | 5 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 205 | 113 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 13 | 35 |
Connectivity of Garkahan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Garkahan
Where is Garkahan located?
Garkahan village is situated in Seoni Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garkahan?
The Gram Panchayat of Garkahan is Majhiwar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Garkahan?
The pincode of Garkahan is 171018, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Garkahan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garkahan is 253, with 126 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Garkahan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Garkahan village has a total of 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garkahan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garkahan is 81.03%. The male literacy rate is 89.68%, while the female literacy rate is 72.44%.