Garh
Garh is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Jamotian is the gram panchayat of Garh village.
Here you can discover what makes Garh unique in its vibrant Akhnoor-Jammu region. You’ll see Garh’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Garh
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garh is 005507. The village spans a total geographical area of 27.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181201. Akhnoor is nearest town to Garh village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Garh
Population of Garh
According to the 2011 Census, Garh has a total population of about 211, with approximately 108 males and 103 females. The sex ratio is around 953 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 21 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 55 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.41%, with male literacy at about 80.56% and female literacy near 67.96%. There are around 39 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Garh's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 211 | 108 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 32 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 157 | 87 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 21 | 33 |
Connectivity of Garh
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garh. As per the 2011 stats, Garh had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Garh
Knowing the nearby villages of Garh helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garh.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garh
- Where is Garh located?
- Garh village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garh?
- The Gram Panchayat of Garh is Jamotian (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Garh?
- The pincode of Garh is 181201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Garh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garh is 211, with 108 males and 103 females.
- How many households are there in Garh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garh village has a total of 39 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garh as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garh is 74.41%. The male literacy rate is 80.56%, while the female literacy rate is 67.96%.