Garan Bala - Kalakote, Rajouri
Garan Bala is a village situated in the Kalakote tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kala Kote and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Rajouri. Garan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garan Bala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garan Bala is 001537. The village covers a total geographical area of 671.4 hectares and falls under the 185202 pincode.
Garan Bala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garan Bala
According to the 2011 Census, Garan Bala village had a total population of 797 people, including 399 males and 398 females, living in 170 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.82%, with male literacy at 82.01% and female literacy at 57.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 333.
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 | 797 | 399 | 398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 71 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 333 | 164 | 169 |
| Literate Population | 465 | 269 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 332 | 130 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Garan Bala
Garan Bala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Garan Pain | South | 1.78 km |
| Panhar | East | 2.77 km |
| Bagnoti | South-West | 4.20 km |
| Chak Jaralan | South-West | 4.38 km |
| Dhanwan | East | 4.65 km |
| Panjah | East | 4.86 km |
| Dharamsal | South-East | 6.12 km |
| Sialsui | North | 6.61 km |
| Rajal | West | 6.65 km |
| Badhog | East | 6.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garan Bala
Garan Bala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is S M V D Katra, while the nearest airport is Rajouri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Rajouri to Garan Bala is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garan Bala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garan Bala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garan Bala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garan Bala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garan Bala
Where is Garan Bala located?
Garan Bala village is located in Kalakote Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garan Bala?
The Gram Panchayat of Garan Bala is Garan.
What is the pincode of Garan Bala?
The pincode of Garan Bala is 185202.
What is the population of Garan Bala?
Garan Bala had a total population of 797, including 399 males and 398 females.
How many households are there in Garan Bala?
Garan Bala had 170 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garan Bala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garan Bala was 69.82%. Male literacy was 82.01% and female literacy was 57.99%.