Garhi Bishnah - Khour, Jammu
Garhi Bishnah is a village situated in the Khour tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Akhnoor and around 48 km from Jammu. Manchak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garhi Bishnah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhi Bishnah is 005567. The village covers a total geographical area of 21.5 hectares and falls under the 181203 pincode. Jourion is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Garhi Bishnah 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 Garhi Bishnah
According to the 2011 Census, Garhi Bishnah village had a total population of 548 people, including 263 males and 285 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 1,084 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.33%, with male literacy at 84.75% and female literacy at 76.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 216, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 548 | 263 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 40 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 216 | 101 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 384 | 189 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 74 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Garhi Bishnah
Garhi Bishnah 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 Garhi Bishnah
Garhi Bishnah is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jourion to Garhi Bishnah is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Garhi Bishnah is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garhi Bishnah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhi Bishnah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garhi Bishnah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhi Bishnah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garhi Bishnah
Where is Garhi Bishnah located?
Garhi Bishnah village is located in Khour Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garhi Bishnah?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhi Bishnah is Manchak.
What is the pincode of Garhi Bishnah?
The pincode of Garhi Bishnah is 181203.
What is the population of Garhi Bishnah?
Garhi Bishnah had a total population of 548, including 263 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Garhi Bishnah?
Garhi Bishnah had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garhi Bishnah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhi Bishnah was 80.33%. Male literacy was 84.75% and female literacy was 76.47%.