Garbyang - Dharchula, Pithoragarh
Garbyang is a village situated in the Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharchula and around 159 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Garbiyang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garbyang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garbyang is 049091. The village covers a total geographical area of 580.99 hectares and falls under the 262546 pincode. Dharchula is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Garbyang 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 Garbyang
According to the 2011 Census, Garbyang village had a total population of 426 people, including 277 males and 149 females, living in 192 households. The sex ratio was 538 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.00%, with male literacy at 98.50% and female literacy at 82.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 299.
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 | 426 | 277 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 299 | 161 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 372 | 262 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 15 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Garbyang
Garbyang 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 Garbyang
Garbyang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dharchula to Garbyang is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Garbyang is about 159 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garbyang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garbyang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Garbyang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garbyang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garbyang
Where is Garbyang located?
Garbyang village is located in Dharchula Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garbyang?
The Gram Panchayat of Garbyang is Garbiyang.
What is the pincode of Garbyang?
The pincode of Garbyang is 262546.
What is the population of Garbyang?
Garbyang had a total population of 426, including 277 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Garbyang?
Garbyang had 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garbyang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garbyang was 93.00%. Male literacy was 98.50% and female literacy was 82.09%.