Garjiya - Bangapani, Pithoragarh
Garjiya is a village situated in the Bangapani tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from Didihat and around 75 km from Pithoragarh. Garjiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garjiya is 049448. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.64 hectares and falls under the 262544 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Garjiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharchula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garjiya
According to the 2011 Census, Garjiya village had a total population of 295 people, including 142 males and 153 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 1,077 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.00%, with male literacy at 88.70% and female literacy at 78.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 58.
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 | 295 | 142 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 27 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 25 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 102 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 40 | 45 |
Transport and Connectivity of Garjiya
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Garjiya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Garjiya is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Garjiya is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garjiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garjiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garjiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garjiya 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 Garjiya
Where is Garjiya located?
Garjiya village is located in Bangapani Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garjiya?
Garjiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garjiya?
The pincode of Garjiya is 262544.
What is the population of Garjiya?
Garjiya had a total population of 295, including 142 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Garjiya?
Garjiya had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garjiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garjiya was 83.00%. Male literacy was 88.70% and female literacy was 78.26%.