Garle - Balachaur, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar
Garle is a village situated in the Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balachaur and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . Garle Dhahan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garle is 032463. The village covers a total geographical area of 202 hectares and falls under the 144521 pincode. Balachaur is the nearest town.
Garle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garle
As per Census 2011, Garle village has a total population of 553 people, consisting of 281 males and 272 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 404 literate and 149 illiterate residents. Additionally, 321 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 553 | 281 | 272 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 321 | 165 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 404 | 222 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 59 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Garle
Garle 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 Garle
Garle is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar to Garle is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garle
Where is Garle located?
Garle village is located in Balachaur Tehsil, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garle?
The Gram Panchayat of Garle is Garle Dhahan.
What is the pincode of Garle?
The pincode of Garle is 144521.
What is the population of Garle?
Garle has a total population of 553, including 281 males and 272 females.
How many households are there in Garle?
There are 126 households in Garle.
What is the literacy rate in Garle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garle is 73.06%. Male literacy is 79.00% and female literacy is 66.91%.