Garhi
Garhi is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Garhi village is also a gram panchayat.
Garhi has its own place in the vibrant Hoshiarpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Garhi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garhi is 031994. The village spans a total geographical area of 150 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144527. Garhshankar is nearest town to Garhi village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Garhi
Population of Garhi
Below is a concise population overview of Garhi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,331 | 643 | 688 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 71 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 496 | 233 | 263 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 982 | 509 | 473 |
| Illiterate Population | 349 | 134 | 215 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Garhi village:
- The total population of Garhi village is around 1,331, including approximately 643 males and 688 females, with a sex ratio of 1069 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 134 children aged 0–6 years in Garhi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Garhi village has 496 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Garhi village is about 73.78%, with male literacy at 79.16% and female literacy at 68.75%.
- There are around 284 households in Garhi village.
Connectivity of Garhi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garhi. As per the 2011 stats, Garhi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Garhi
Knowing the nearby villages of Garhi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garhi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garhi
- Where is Garhi located?
- Garhi village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garhi?
- Garhi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Garhi?
- The pincode of Garhi is 144527, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Garhi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garhi is 1,331, with 643 males and 688 females.
- How many households are there in Garhi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garhi village has a total of 284 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garhi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garhi is 73.78%. The male literacy rate is 79.16%, while the female literacy rate is 68.75%.