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.
Garcha has its own place in the vibrant Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Garcha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Garcha village:
- The total population of Garcha village is around 2,078, including approximately 1,031 males and 1,047 females, with a sex ratio of 1015 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 170 children aged 0–6 years in Garcha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Garcha village has 941 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Garcha village is about 75.31%, with male literacy at 78.56% and female literacy at 72.11%.
- There are around 454 households in Garcha village.
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%.