Garu - Mamlig, Solan
Garu is a village situated in the Mamlig tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 37 km from Solan. Wakna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garu is 022315. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.98 hectares and falls under the 173222 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Garu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Solan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garu
According to the 2011 Census, Garu village had a total population of 167 people, including 84 males and 83 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.74%, with male literacy at 94.81% and female literacy at 82.43%.
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 | 167 | 84 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 73 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 11 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Garu
Garu 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 Garu
Garu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Garu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Garu is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garu
Where is Garu located?
Garu village is located in Mamlig Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garu?
The Gram Panchayat of Garu is Wakna.
What is the pincode of Garu?
The pincode of Garu is 173222.
What is the population of Garu?
Garu had a total population of 167, including 84 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Garu?
Garu had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garu was 88.74%. Male literacy was 94.81% and female literacy was 82.43%.