Garkhal
About Garkhal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Garkhal village is 021569. Garkhal village is located in Kasauli tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from district headquarter Kasauli. Kasauli is the sub-district headquarter of Garkhal village. As per 2009 stats, Garkhal Sanawar is the gram panchayat of Garkhal village.
The total geographical area of village is 94.05 hectares. Garkhal has a total population of 1,245 peoples, out of which male population is 635 while female population is 610. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 960 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of garkhal village is 82.41% out of which 85.04% males and 79.67% females are literate. There are about 316 houses in garkhal village. Pincode of garkhal village locality is 173204.
When it comes to administration, Garkhal 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, Garkhal village comes under Kasauli Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Kasauli is nearest town to garkhal village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Garkhal
The population details of Garkhal 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 | 1,245 | 635 | 610 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 138 | 72 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 224 | 115 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,026 | 540 | 486 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 95 | 124 |
Connectivity of Garkhal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Garkhal
Where is Garkhal located?
Garkhal village is situated in Kasauli Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garkhal?
The Gram Panchayat of Garkhal is Garkhal Sanawar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Garkhal?
The pincode of Garkhal is 173204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Garkhal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garkhal is 1,245, with 635 males and 610 females.
How many households are there in Garkhal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Garkhal village has a total of 316 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garkhal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garkhal is 82.41%. The male literacy rate is 85.04%, while the female literacy rate is 79.67%.