Garh - Bahrawanda, Dausa
Garh is a village situated in the Bahrawanda tehsil of Dausa district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 30 km from Sikrai and around 23 km from Dausa. Garh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garh is 078349. The village covers a total geographical area of 598.7 hectares and falls under the 303501 pincode. Dausa is the nearest town, located about 23 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 Sikrai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dausa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garh
According to the 2011 Census, Garh village had a total population of 4,137 people, including 2,125 males and 2,012 females, living in 880 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.61%, with male literacy at 78.90% and female literacy at 45.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,711, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 4,137 | 2,125 | 2,012 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 719 | 362 | 357 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,711 | 872 | 839 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,140 | 1,391 | 749 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,997 | 734 | 1,263 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhaparawas | South-West | 1.25 km |
| Kherawas | East | 1.99 km |
| Gumanpura | East | 2.04 km |
| Bairawas | South-West | 2.55 km |
| Karoli | South | 2.63 km |
| Kharandi | West | 2.71 km |
| Sarai | North-West | 3.02 km |
| Korda Khurd | North-East | 3.06 km |
| Deori | North | 3.07 km |
| Mohchingpura | South | 3.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garh
Garh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhan Kari, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dausa to Garh is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garh
Where is Garh located?
Garh village is located in Bahrawanda Tehsil, Dausa district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garh?
Garh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garh?
The pincode of Garh is 303501.
What is the population of Garh?
Garh had a total population of 4,137, including 2,125 males and 2,012 females.
How many households are there in Garh?
Garh had 880 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garh was 62.61%. Male literacy was 78.90% and female literacy was 45.26%.