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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Garh Pamasta village has a total population of 934 people, consisting of 492 males and 442 females. The village has 169 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 579 literate and 355 illiterate residents. Additionally, 273 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 49 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garh Pamasta are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Garh Pamasta?
The Gram 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 has a total population of 934, including 492 males and 442 females.
How many households are there in Garh Pamasta?
There are 169 households in Garh Pamasta.
What is the literacy rate in Garh Pamasta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garh Pamasta is 61.99%. Male literacy is 69.51% and female literacy is 53.62%.