Garh Bagga - Anandpur Sahib, Rupnagar
Garh Bagga is a village situated in the Anandpur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anandpur Sahib and around 1 km from the district headquarters in Rupnagar. Garhbaga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garh Bagga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garh Bagga is 038495. The village covers a total geographical area of 1534 hectares and falls under the 140119 pincode. Rupnagar is the nearest town.
Garh Bagga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rupnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anandpur Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garh Bagga
According to the 2011 Census, Garh Bagga village had a total population of 1,698 people, including 920 males and 778 females, living in 351 households. The sex ratio was 846 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.86%, with male literacy at 86.03% and female literacy at 68.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 791.
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 | 1,698 | 920 | 778 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 104 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 791 | 428 | 363 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,178 | 702 | 476 |
| Illiterate Population | 520 | 218 | 302 |
Nearby Villages of Garh Bagga
Garh Bagga is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Patial | East | 2.43 km |
| Bahadarpur | East | 2.52 km |
| Miani | North-East | 2.61 km |
| Jahangir | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Alampur | South-East | 2.95 km |
| Bathlour Khad | North-West | 3.10 km |
| Asron | South | 3.23 km |
| Laudi Majra | East | 3.25 km |
| Mado Majra | North-East | 3.33 km |
| Chak Dhera | North-East | 3.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garh Bagga
Public transport in the Garh Bagga is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rupnagar, while the nearest airport is Chandigarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Rupnagar to Garh Bagga is about 1 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garh Bagga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garh Bagga 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 Garh Bagga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garh Bagga 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 Garh Bagga
Where is Garh Bagga located?
Garh Bagga village is located in Anandpur Sahib Tehsil, Rupnagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garh Bagga?
The Gram Panchayat of Garh Bagga is Garhbaga.
What is the pincode of Garh Bagga?
The pincode of Garh Bagga is 140119.
What is the population of Garh Bagga?
Garh Bagga had a total population of 1,698, including 920 males and 778 females.
How many households are there in Garh Bagga?
Garh Bagga had 351 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garh Bagga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garh Bagga was 77.86%. Male literacy was 86.03% and female literacy was 68.29%.