Garar - Khour, Jammu
Garar is a village situated in the Khour tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 26 km from Akhnoor and around 55 km from Jammu. Sainth serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garar is 005627. The village covers a total geographical area of 198.7 hectares and falls under the 181203 pincode. Khour is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Garar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chhamb Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garar
As per Census 2011, Garar village has a total population of 1,208 people, consisting of 600 males and 608 females. The village has 342 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 180 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 889 literate and 319 illiterate residents. Additionally, 298 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,208 | 600 | 608 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 109 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 298 | 151 | 147 |
| Literate Population | 889 | 445 | 444 |
| Illiterate Population | 319 | 155 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Garar
Garar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kharota | North | 1.73 km |
| Chak Sher | South-East | 1.75 km |
| Chak Agwar | East | 1.77 km |
| Sainth | East | 1.84 km |
| Doian | North | 2.54 km |
| Dehrian | North-East | 2.95 km |
| Badwal | North-West | 3.39 km |
| Gujral | East | 3.93 km |
| Khunda | North | 5.27 km |
| Kotli Manhasan | East | 5.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garar
Garar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jammu Tawi, while the nearest airport is Jammu Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khour to Garar is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Garar is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garar 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 Garar
Where is Garar located?
Garar village is located in Khour Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garar?
The Gram Panchayat of Garar is Sainth.
What is the pincode of Garar?
The pincode of Garar is 181203.
What is the population of Garar?
Garar has a total population of 1,208, including 600 males and 608 females.
How many households are there in Garar?
There are 342 households in Garar.
What is the literacy rate in Garar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garar is 73.59%. Male literacy is 74.17% and female literacy is 73.03%.