Garcha
Garcha is a village located in Nawanshahr tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Nawanshahr (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Garcha village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Garcha unique in its vibrant Nawanshahr-Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Garcha’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Garcha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garcha is 032254. The village spans a total geographical area of 520 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144518. Nawansahar is nearest town to Garcha village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Garcha
Population of Garcha
According to the 2011 Census, Garcha has a total population of about 2,078, with approximately 1,031 males and 1,047 females. The sex ratio is around 1015 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 170 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 941 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.31%, with male literacy at about 78.56% and female literacy near 72.11%. There are around 454 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Garcha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,078 | 1,031 | 1,047 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 89 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 941 | 474 | 467 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,565 | 810 | 755 |
| Illiterate Population | 513 | 221 | 292 |
Connectivity of Garcha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garcha. As per the 2011 stats, Garcha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Garcha
Knowing the nearby villages of Garcha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garcha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garcha
- Where is Garcha located?
- Garcha village is situated in Nawanshahr Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garcha?
- Garcha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Garcha?
- The pincode of Garcha is 144518, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Garcha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garcha is 2,078, with 1,031 males and 1,047 females.
- How many households are there in Garcha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garcha village has a total of 454 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garcha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garcha is 75.31%. The male literacy rate is 78.56%, while the female literacy rate is 72.11%.