Garn - Katra, Reasi
Garn is a village situated in the Katra tehsil of Reasi district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 26 km from Reasi and around 26 km from Reasi. Garan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garn village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garn is 005382. The village covers a total geographical area of 162.3 hectares and falls under the 182301 pincode. Reasi is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Garn village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garn
According to the 2011 Census, Garn village had a total population of 755 people, including 364 males and 391 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 1,074 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.88%, with male literacy at 82.97% and female literacy at 67.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 558, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
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 | 755 | 364 | 391 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 47 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 558 | 270 | 288 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 486 | 263 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 101 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Garn
Garn 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 Garn
Garn 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 Reasi to Garn is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Reasi to Garn is about 26 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 Garn
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garn village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garn
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garn 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 Garn
Where is Garn located?
Garn village is located in Katra Tehsil, Reasi district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garn?
The Gram Panchayat of Garn is Garan.
What is the pincode of Garn?
The pincode of Garn is 182301.
What is the population of Garn?
Garn had a total population of 755, including 364 males and 391 females.
How many households are there in Garn?
Garn had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garn?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garn was 74.88%. Male literacy was 82.97% and female literacy was 67.17%.