Garhmal - Pathankot
Garhmal is a village situated in the Pathankot tehsil of Pathankot district, Punjab. It is located approximately 18 km from Pathankot and around 25 km from Gurdaspur. Garmal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garhmal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhmal is 027526. The village covers a total geographical area of 122 hectares and falls under the 143533 pincode. Dina Nagar is the nearest town.
Garhmal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhoa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garhmal
According to the 2011 Census, Garhmal village had a total population of 534 people, including 269 males and 265 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.28%, with male literacy at 89.17% and female literacy at 79.32%.
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 | 534 | 269 | 265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 402 | 214 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 55 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Garhmal
Garhmal 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 Garhmal
Garhmal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Garhmal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Gurdaspur to Garhmal is about 25 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 Garhmal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhmal 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 Garhmal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhmal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garhmal
Where is Garhmal located?
Garhmal village is located in Pathankot Tehsil, Pathankot district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garhmal?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhmal is Garmal.
What is the pincode of Garhmal?
The pincode of Garhmal is 143533.
What is the population of Garhmal?
Garhmal had a total population of 534, including 269 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Garhmal?
Garhmal had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garhmal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhmal was 84.28%. Male literacy was 89.17% and female literacy was 79.32%.