Garien Kalan - Budgam
Garien Kalan is a village situated in the Budgam tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from Budgam and around 8 km from Budgam. Gariend Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garien Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garien Kalan is 000637. The village covers a total geographical area of 248.1 hectares and falls under the 191111 pincode. Badgam is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Garien Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garien Kalan
As per Census 2011, Garien Kalan village has a total population of 2,144 people, consisting of 1,082 males and 1,062 females. The village has 265 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 543 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 817 literate and 1,327 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garien Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,144 | 1,082 | 1,062 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 543 | 276 | 267 |
| Literate Population | 817 | 506 | 311 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,327 | 576 | 751 |
Nearby Villages of Garien Kalan
Garien Kalan 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 Garien Kalan
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Garien Kalan. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Garien Kalan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badgam to Garien Kalan is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Garien Kalan is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garien Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garien Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garien Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garien Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garien Kalan
Where is Garien Kalan located?
Garien Kalan village is located in Budgam Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garien Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Garien Kalan is Gariend Kalan.
What is the pincode of Garien Kalan?
The pincode of Garien Kalan is 191111.
What is the population of Garien Kalan?
Garien Kalan has a total population of 2,144, including 1,082 males and 1,062 females.
How many households are there in Garien Kalan?
There are 265 households in Garien Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Garien Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garien Kalan is 38.11%. Male literacy is 46.77% and female literacy is 29.28%.