Garjewal - Nalagarh, Solan
Garjewal is a village situated in the Nalagarh tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Manjholi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garjewal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garjewal is 020970. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.69 hectares and falls under the 174101 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Garjewal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garjewal
According to the 2011 Census, Garjewal village had a total population of 37 people, including 21 males and 16 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 762 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.59%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 56.25%.
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 | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 6 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Garjewal
Garjewal 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 Garjewal
Garjewal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Solan to Garjewal is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garjewal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garjewal 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 Garjewal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garjewal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garjewal
Where is Garjewal located?
Garjewal village is located in Nalagarh Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garjewal?
The Gram Panchayat of Garjewal is Manjholi.
What is the pincode of Garjewal?
The pincode of Garjewal is 174101.
What is the population of Garjewal?
Garjewal had a total population of 37, including 21 males and 16 females.
How many households are there in Garjewal?
Garjewal had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garjewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garjewal was 70.59%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 56.25%.