Raj Garh - Nabha, Patiala
Raj Garh is a village situated in the Nabha tehsil of Patiala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nabha and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Patiala. Rajgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raj Garh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raj Garh is 036394. The village covers a total geographical area of 231 hectares and falls under the 147201 pincode. Nabha is the nearest town.
Raj Garh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nabha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raj Garh
According to the 2011 Census, Raj Garh village had a total population of 967 people, including 528 males and 439 females, living in 197 households. The sex ratio was 831 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.80%, with male literacy at 80.21% and female literacy at 61.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 445.
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 | 967 | 528 | 439 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 48 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 445 | 245 | 200 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 639 | 385 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 328 | 143 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Raj Garh
Raj Garh 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 Raj Garh
Raj Garh 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 Raj Garh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Patiala to Raj Garh is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raj Garh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raj Garh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Raj Garh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raj Garh 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 Raj Garh
Where is Raj Garh located?
Raj Garh village is located in Nabha Tehsil, Patiala district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raj Garh?
The Gram Panchayat of Raj Garh is Rajgarh.
What is the pincode of Raj Garh?
The pincode of Raj Garh is 147201.
What is the population of Raj Garh?
Raj Garh had a total population of 967, including 528 males and 439 females.
How many households are there in Raj Garh?
Raj Garh had 197 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raj Garh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raj Garh was 71.80%. Male literacy was 80.21% and female literacy was 61.95%.