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.
Here you can discover what makes Garhi unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Garhi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Garhi has a total population of about 1,331, with approximately 643 males and 688 females. The sex ratio is around 1069 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 134 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 496 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.78%, with male literacy at about 79.16% and female literacy near 68.75%. There are around 284 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Garhi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.