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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Garh village had a total population of 9,130 people, including 4,787 males and 4,343 females, living in 1,482 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.61%, with male literacy at 76.36% and female literacy at 58.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,408.
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 | 9,130 | 4,787 | 4,343 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,563 | 828 | 735 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,408 | 1,292 | 1,116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 9,130, including 4,787 males and 4,343 females.
How many households are there in Garh?
Garh had 1,482 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garh was 67.61%. Male literacy was 76.36% and female literacy was 58.01%.