Garh - Toonga, Jaipur
Garh is a village situated in the Toonga tehsil of Jaipur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 15 km from Bassi and around 45 km from Jaipur. Garh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garh is 080813. The village covers a total geographical area of 612.44 hectares and falls under the 303302 pincode. Jaipur is the nearest town, located about 45 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 Bassi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dausa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garh
As per Census 2011, Garh village has a total population of 3,332 people, consisting of 1,706 males and 1,626 females. The village has 469 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 525 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,910 literate and 1,422 illiterate residents. Additionally, 547 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,084 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,332 | 1,706 | 1,626 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 525 | 268 | 257 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 547 | 301 | 246 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,084 | 553 | 531 |
| Literate Population | 1,910 | 1,197 | 713 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,422 | 509 | 913 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hathipura | North | 1.56 km |
| Chapriya | West | 1.88 km |
| Doobli | South-East | 1.89 km |
| Dholi | East | 1.94 km |
| Lalgarh | North-West | 2.12 km |
| Mandrooppura | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Chandpura | South | 2.54 km |
| Kelyawala | South | 2.68 km |
| Prithvipura | East | 2.72 km |
| Karangarh | South | 2.75 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 Jhir, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaipur to Garh is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garh
Where is Garh located?
Garh village is located in Toonga Tehsil, Jaipur 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 303302.
What is the population of Garh?
Garh has a total population of 3,332, including 1,706 males and 1,626 females.
How many households are there in Garh?
There are 469 households in Garh.
What is the literacy rate in Garh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garh is 57.32%. Male literacy is 70.16% and female literacy is 43.85%.