Garh Pamasta - Majalta, Udhampur
Garh Pamasta is a village situated in the Majalta tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majalta and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Dhamma serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Garh Pamasta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garh Pamasta is 005133. The village covers a total geographical area of 352.9 hectares and falls under the 184205 pincode. Udhampur is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Garh Pamasta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garh Pamasta
According to the 2011 Census, Garh Pamasta village had a total population of 934 people, including 492 males and 442 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.38%, with male literacy at 81.24% and female literacy at 62.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 273, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 49.
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 | 934 | 492 | 442 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 71 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 273 | 143 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 21 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 579 | 342 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 355 | 150 | 205 |
Nearby Villages of Garh Pamasta
Garh Pamasta 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 Garh Pamasta
Public transport in the Garh Pamasta is mainly available through shared van 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 Udhampur to Garh Pamasta is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garh Pamasta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garh Pamasta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garh Pamasta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garh Pamasta 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Garh Pamasta
Where is Garh Pamasta located?
Garh Pamasta village is located in Majalta Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Garh Pamasta?
The Halqa Panchayat of Garh Pamasta is Dhamma.
What is the pincode of Garh Pamasta?
The pincode of Garh Pamasta is 184205.
What is the population of Garh Pamasta?
Garh Pamasta had a total population of 934, including 492 males and 442 females.
How many households are there in Garh Pamasta?
Garh Pamasta had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garh Pamasta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garh Pamasta was 72.38%. Male literacy was 81.24% and female literacy was 62.53%.