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
According to the 2011 Census, Garle village had a total population of 553 people, including 281 males and 272 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.45%, with male literacy at 88.80% and female literacy at 73.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 321.
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 | 553 | 281 | 272 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 321 | 165 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 553, including 281 males and 272 females.
How many households are there in Garle?
Garle had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garle was 81.45%. Male literacy was 88.80% and female literacy was 73.98%.