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
As per Census 2011, Gharh village has a total population of 852 people, consisting of 437 males and 415 females. The village has 179 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 571 literate and 281 illiterate residents. Additionally, 321 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gharh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 852 | 437 | 415 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 51 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 321 | 163 | 158 |
| 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 has a total population of 852, including 437 males and 415 females.
How many households are there in Gharh?
There are 179 households in Gharh.
What is the literacy rate in Gharh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gharh is 67.02%. Male literacy is 71.85% and female literacy is 61.93%.