Garh - Tehla, Alwar
Garh is a village situated in the Tehla tehsil of Alwar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 40 km from Rajgarh and around 75 km from Alwar. Chhilodi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garh is 073237. The village covers a total geographical area of 964 hectares and falls under the 301410 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Garh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajgarh laxmangarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Alwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garh
As per Census 2011, Garh village has a total population of 571 people, consisting of 325 males and 246 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 756 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 328 literate and 243 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 225 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 571 | 325 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 60 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 225 | 128 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 328 | 241 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 243 | 84 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Garh
Garh is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Boore Khurd | West | 1.07 km |
| Nangal Dhanna | South-West | 1.14 km |
| Boore Kalan | North-West | 1.75 km |
| Chhilodi | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Kajota | East | 2.06 km |
| Rajpur Chhota | South | 2.21 km |
| Nangal Sanna | South-West | 2.39 km |
| Binjari | South-East | 2.73 km |
| Morod Kalan | West | 3.63 km |
| Gaonri | South-West | 3.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garh
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Garh. The nearest railway station is Dhigawara, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.3 km.
| 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 Rajgarh to Garh is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alwar to Garh is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Garh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garh 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Garh
Where is Garh located?
Garh village is located in Tehla Tehsil, Alwar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garh?
The Gram Panchayat of Garh is Chhilodi.
What is the pincode of Garh?
The pincode of Garh is 301410.
What is the population of Garh?
Garh has a total population of 571, including 325 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Garh?
There are 126 households in Garh.
What is the literacy rate in Garh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garh is 57.44%. Male literacy is 74.15% and female literacy is 35.37%.