Garlon - Balachaur, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar
Garlon is a village situated in the Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balachaur and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . Garle Bet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garlon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garlon is 032358. The village covers a total geographical area of 135 hectares and falls under the 144521 pincode. Balachaur is the nearest town.
Garlon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garlon
According to the 2011 Census, Garlon village had a total population of 833 people, including 422 males and 411 females, living in 175 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.83%, with male literacy at 87.70% and female literacy at 75.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 264.
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 | 833 | 422 | 411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 48 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 264 | 134 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 608 | 328 | 280 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 94 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Garlon
Garlon 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 Garlon
Garlon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Garlon is about 28 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 Garlon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garlon 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garlon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garlon 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 Garlon
Where is Garlon located?
Garlon village is located in Balachaur Tehsil, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garlon?
The Gram Panchayat of Garlon is Garle Bet.
What is the pincode of Garlon?
The pincode of Garlon is 144521.
What is the population of Garlon?
Garlon had a total population of 833, including 422 males and 411 females.
How many households are there in Garlon?
Garlon had 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garlon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garlon was 81.83%. Male literacy was 87.70% and female literacy was 75.88%.