Garh - Hardwar, Haridwar
Garh is a village situated in the Hardwar tehsil of Haridwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from Hardwar and around 17 km from Hardwar (rosanabad). Garh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garh is 056672. The village covers a total geographical area of 307.18 hectares and falls under the 249401 pincode. Hardwar is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Jwalapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garh
As per Census 2011, Garh village has a total population of 9,130 people, consisting of 4,787 males and 4,343 females. The village has 1,482 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,563 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,116 literate and 4,014 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,408 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,130 | 4,787 | 4,343 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,563 | 828 | 735 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,408 | 1,292 | 1,116 |
| Literate Population | 5,116 | 3,023 | 2,093 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,014 | 1,764 | 2,250 |
Nearby Villages of Garh
Garh is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Garh
Garh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Garh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Hardwar to Garh is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hardwar (rosanabad) to Garh is about 17 km, with the usual travel time 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 | No | Available within 2-5 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garh
Where is Garh located?
Garh village is located in Hardwar Tehsil, Haridwar district, Uttarakhand, 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 249401.
What is the population of Garh?
Garh has a total population of 9,130, including 4,787 males and 4,343 females.
How many households are there in Garh?
There are 1,482 households in Garh.
What is the literacy rate in Garh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garh is 56.04%. Male literacy is 63.15% and female literacy is 48.19%.