Garh - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Garh is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 26 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Koldhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garh is 044042. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.34 hectares and falls under the 249199 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 26 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 Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garh
According to the 2011 Census, Garh village had a total population of 17 people, including 8 males and 9 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 1,125 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.47%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 55.56%.
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 | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 4 | 0 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Garh
Garh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Koldhar | South | 0.93 km |
| Bhauri | South-West | 1.04 km |
| Nawagarh | North-East | 1.04 km |
| Koti | North | 1.34 km |
| Sagwan Gaon | South-East | 1.34 km |
| Kemwal Gaon | West | 1.52 km |
| Kandakholi | North-West | 1.52 km |
| Chamani | South-West | 1.81 km |
| Munogi | South | 1.83 km |
| Lamkot | West | 1.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garh
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Garh. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.7 km.
| 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 Tehri to Garh is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Garh is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garh
Where is Garh located?
Garh village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garh?
The Gram Panchayat of Garh is Koldhar.
What is the pincode of Garh?
The pincode of Garh is 249199.
What is the population of Garh?
Garh had a total population of 17, including 8 males and 9 females.
How many households are there in Garh?
Garh had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garh was 76.47%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 55.56%.