Garha - Phillaur, Jalandhar
Garha is a village situated in the Phillaur tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phillaur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Garha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garha is 030110. The village covers a total geographical area of 106 hectares and falls under the 144005 pincode. Phillaur is the nearest town.
Garha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phillaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garha
As per Census 2011, Garha village has a total population of 2,869 people, consisting of 1,565 males and 1,304 females. The village has 602 households and a sex ratio of 833 females per 1,000 males. There are 293 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,982 literate and 887 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,969 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,869 | 1,565 | 1,304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 293 | 162 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,969 | 1,053 | 916 |
| Literate Population | 1,982 | 1,148 | 834 |
| Illiterate Population | 887 | 417 | 470 |
Nearby Villages of Garha
Garha is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Phagla | South | 2.08 km |
| Basaimi | South | 2.22 km |
| Birmi | South-East | 3.51 km |
| Bagga Kalan | East | 3.65 km |
| Walipur Kalan | West | 5.44 km |
| Bhatha Dhua | West | 5.52 km |
| Rajapur | North | 5.63 km |
| Dewatwal | South | 5.78 km |
| Bagga Khurd | East | 6.05 km |
| Bains | South-East | 6.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garha
Garha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Baddowal, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jalandhar to Garha is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garha
Where is Garha located?
Garha village is located in Phillaur Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garha?
Garha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garha?
The pincode of Garha is 144005.
What is the population of Garha?
Garha has a total population of 2,869, including 1,565 males and 1,304 females.
How many households are there in Garha?
There are 602 households in Garha.
What is the literacy rate in Garha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garha is 69.08%. Male literacy is 73.35% and female literacy is 63.96%.