Garnawad - Pachpahar, Jhalawar
Garnawad is a village situated in the Pachpahar tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pachpahar and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Ganeshpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garnawad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garnawad is 104858. The village covers a total geographical area of 1115.84 hectares and falls under the 326502 pincode. Bhawani Mandi is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Garnawad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manohar thana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garnawad
According to the 2011 Census, Garnawad village had a total population of 1,012 people, including 514 males and 498 females, living in 204 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.50%, with male literacy at 86.59% and female literacy at 49.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 379, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 1,012 | 514 | 498 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 59 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 379 | 199 | 180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 611 | 394 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 401 | 120 | 281 |
Nearby Villages of Garnawad
Garnawad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ganeshpura | North-West | 2.23 km |
| Khoriya | South | 2.59 km |
| Gopalpura | North | 2.60 km |
| Tal | South-East | 2.86 km |
| Naharawad | North-East | 3.42 km |
| Kishanpura | North-West | 3.47 km |
| Borkheri Khurd | South-East | 3.70 km |
| Shamiyan | North | 4.00 km |
| Menhadiya Kheri | South-West | 4.01 km |
| Ramniwas | West | 4.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garnawad
Garnawad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhuankheri, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawani Mandi to Garnawad is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Garnawad is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garnawad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garnawad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Garnawad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garnawad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garnawad
Where is Garnawad located?
Garnawad village is located in Pachpahar Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garnawad?
The Gram Panchayat of Garnawad is Ganeshpura.
What is the pincode of Garnawad?
The pincode of Garnawad is 326502.
What is the population of Garnawad?
Garnawad had a total population of 1,012, including 514 males and 498 females.
How many households are there in Garnawad?
Garnawad had 204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garnawad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garnawad was 68.50%. Male literacy was 86.59% and female literacy was 49.66%.