Garhi - Narayanpur, Kotputli-Behror
Garhi is a village situated in the Narayanpur tehsil of Kotputli-Behror district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 30 km from Thanagazi and around 50 km from Alwar. Garhi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhi is 073045. The village covers a total geographical area of 929 hectares and falls under the 301024 pincode. Viratnagar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Garhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bansur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaipur Rural Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garhi
As per Census 2011, Garhi village has a total population of 4,433 people, consisting of 2,386 males and 2,047 females. The village has 705 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 700 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,329 literate and 2,104 illiterate residents. Additionally, 973 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 562 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garhi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,433 | 2,386 | 2,047 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 700 | 385 | 315 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 973 | 501 | 472 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 562 | 300 | 262 |
| Literate Population | 2,329 | 1,532 | 797 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,104 | 854 | 1,250 |
Nearby Villages of Garhi
Garhi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chatarpura | West | 2.77 km |
| Chandpuri | South | 3.08 km |
| Beelath | North-East | 3.10 km |
| Kothiya | South-East | 3.14 km |
| Bas Narbad | South | 3.16 km |
| Khohri | North | 3.53 km |
| Prithvipura | South-West | 3.56 km |
| Basna | North-East | 4.12 km |
| Rajpura Sikh | South | 4.50 km |
| Neemoochana | West | 4.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garhi
Garhi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Alwar, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Viratnagar to Garhi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alwar to Garhi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhi 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 Garhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garhi
Where is Garhi located?
Garhi village is located in Narayanpur Tehsil, Kotputli-Behror district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garhi?
Garhi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garhi?
The pincode of Garhi is 301024.
What is the population of Garhi?
Garhi has a total population of 4,433, including 2,386 males and 2,047 females.
How many households are there in Garhi?
There are 705 households in Garhi.
What is the literacy rate in Garhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhi is 52.54%. Male literacy is 64.21% and female literacy is 38.94%.