Garkahan - Sunni, Shimla
Garkahan is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from Shimla. Majhiwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garkahan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garkahan is 024211. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Garkahan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garkahan
As per Census 2011, Garkahan village has a total population of 253 people, consisting of 126 males and 127 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 205 literate and 48 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garkahan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 253 | 126 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 5 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 205 | 113 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 13 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Garkahan
Garkahan 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 Garkahan
Garkahan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Garkahan is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garkahan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garkahan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garkahan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garkahan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garkahan
Where is Garkahan located?
Garkahan village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garkahan?
The Gram Panchayat of Garkahan is Majhiwar.
What is the pincode of Garkahan?
The pincode of Garkahan is 171301.
What is the population of Garkahan?
Garkahan has a total population of 253, including 126 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Garkahan?
There are 55 households in Garkahan.
What is the literacy rate in Garkahan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garkahan is 81.03%. Male literacy is 89.68% and female literacy is 72.44%.