Gharh - Dhar Kalan, Pathankot
Gharh is a village situated in the Dhar Kalan tehsil of Pathankot district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20 km from Dhar Kalan and around 90 km from Gurdaspur. Ghar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gharh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gharh is 027378. The village covers a total geographical area of 400 hectares and falls under the 145022 pincode. Pathankot is the nearest town.
Gharh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sujanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gharh
According to the 2011 Census, Gharh village had a total population of 852 people, including 437 males and 415 females, living in 179 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.34%, with male literacy at 81.35% and female literacy at 70.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 321.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 852 | 437 | 415 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 51 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 321 | 163 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 571 | 314 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 281 | 123 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Gharh
Gharh 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 Gharh
Public transport in the Gharh is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Gharh is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gharh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gharh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gharh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gharh 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 Gharh
Where is Gharh located?
Gharh village is located in Dhar Kalan Tehsil, Pathankot district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gharh?
The Gram Panchayat of Gharh is Ghar.
What is the pincode of Gharh?
The pincode of Gharh is 145022.
What is the population of Gharh?
Gharh had a total population of 852, including 437 males and 415 females.
How many households are there in Gharh?
Gharh had 179 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gharh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gharh was 76.34%. Male literacy was 81.35% and female literacy was 70.99%.