Garkhal - Akhnoor, Jammu
Garkhal is a village situated in the Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akhnoor and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Jammu. Garkhal village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garkhal is 005580. The village covers a total geographical area of 621.2 hectares and falls under the 181201 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Garkhal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akhnoor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garkhal
According to the 2011 Census, Garkhal village had a total population of 1,777 people, including 927 males and 850 females, living in 402 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.91%, with male literacy at 81.34% and female literacy at 66.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 324, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 244.
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 | 1,777 | 927 | 850 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 213 | 123 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 324 | 167 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 244 | 124 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 1,156 | 654 | 502 |
| Illiterate Population | 621 | 273 | 348 |
Transport and Connectivity of Garkhal
Garkhal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akhnoor to Garkhal is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Garkhal is about 31 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 Garkhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garkhal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Garkhal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garkhal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garkhal
Where is Garkhal located?
Garkhal village is located in Akhnoor Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Garkhal?
Garkhal is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garkhal?
The pincode of Garkhal is 181201.
What is the population of Garkhal?
Garkhal had a total population of 1,777, including 927 males and 850 females.
How many households are there in Garkhal?
Garkhal had 402 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garkhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garkhal was 73.91%. Male literacy was 81.34% and female literacy was 66.05%.