Garcha - Ludhiana (East), Ludhiana
Garcha is a village situated in the Ludhiana (East) tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ludhiana (east) and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Garcha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garcha is 033423. The village covers a total geographical area of 142 hectares and falls under the 141127 pincode. Ludhiana is the nearest town.
Garcha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sahnewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehgarh Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garcha
As per Census 2011, Garcha village has a total population of 332 people, consisting of 184 males and 148 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 804 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 182 literate and 150 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garcha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 332 | 184 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 30 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 107 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 77 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Garcha
Garcha 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 Garcha
Garcha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Garcha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ludhiana to Garcha is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garcha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garcha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garcha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garcha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Garcha
Where is Garcha located?
Garcha village is located in Ludhiana (East) Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garcha?
Garcha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garcha?
The pincode of Garcha is 141127.
What is the population of Garcha?
Garcha has a total population of 332, including 184 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Garcha?
There are 66 households in Garcha.
What is the literacy rate in Garcha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garcha is 54.82%. Male literacy is 58.15% and female literacy is 50.68%.