Garha
Garha is a village located in Phillaur tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Phillaur (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Garha village is also a gram panchayat.
Garha has its own place in the vibrant Jalandhar 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 Garha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garha is 030110. The village spans a total geographical area of 106 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144022. Phillaur is nearest town to Garha village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Garha
Population of Garha
Below is a concise population overview of Garha 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 | 2,869 | 1,565 | 1,304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 293 | 162 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,969 | 1,053 | 916 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,982 | 1,148 | 834 |
| Illiterate Population | 887 | 417 | 470 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Garha village:
- The total population of Garha village is around 2,869, including approximately 1,565 males and 1,304 females, with a sex ratio of 833 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 293 children aged 0–6 years in Garha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Garha village has 1,969 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Garha village is about 69.08%, with male literacy at 73.35% and female literacy at 63.96%.
- There are around 602 households in Garha village.
Connectivity of Garha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garha. As per the 2011 stats, Garha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Garha
Knowing the nearby villages of Garha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garha
- Where is Garha located?
- Garha village is situated in Phillaur Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garha?
- Garha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Garha?
- The pincode of Garha is 144022, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Garha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garha is 2,869, with 1,565 males and 1,304 females.
- How many households are there in Garha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garha village has a total of 602 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garha is 69.08%. The male literacy rate is 73.35%, while the female literacy rate is 63.96%.