Garmal - Trimbakeshwar, Nashik
Garmal is a village situated in the Trimbakeshwar tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 57 km from the tehsil headquarters in Trimbak and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Berval serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garmal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garmal is 550856. The village covers a total geographical area of 472.33 hectares and falls under the 422204 pincode. Trimbak is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Garmal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Igatpuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nashik Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garmal
As per Census 2011, Garmal village has a total population of 853 people, consisting of 406 males and 447 females. The village has 151 households and a sex ratio of 1,100 females per 1,000 males. There are 149 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 456 literate and 397 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 818 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garmal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 853 | 406 | 447 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 63 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 818 | 380 | 438 |
| Literate Population | 456 | 249 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 397 | 157 | 240 |
Nearby Villages of Garmal
Garmal 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 Garmal
Garmal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Trimbak to Garmal is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Garmal is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garmal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garmal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garmal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garmal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garmal
Where is Garmal located?
Garmal village is located in Trimbakeshwar Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garmal?
The Gram Panchayat of Garmal is Berval.
What is the pincode of Garmal?
The pincode of Garmal is 422204.
What is the population of Garmal?
Garmal has a total population of 853, including 406 males and 447 females.
How many households are there in Garmal?
There are 151 households in Garmal.
What is the literacy rate in Garmal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garmal is 53.46%. Male literacy is 61.33% and female literacy is 46.31%.