Garh - Dunda, Uttarkashi
Garh is a village situated in the Dunda tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dunda and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Garh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garh is 040480. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.61 hectares and falls under the 249193 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 12 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 Gangotri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garh
As per Census 2011, Garh village has a total population of 109 people, consisting of 56 males and 53 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 84 literate and 25 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 109 | 56 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 49 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 7 | 18 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barsali | South | 0.83 km |
| Sangosera | North-West | 1.04 km |
| Athali | South-East | 1.45 km |
| Chinakholi | North-East | 1.51 km |
| Kunsi | West | 1.55 km |
| Singoti | South | 1.66 km |
| Raturisera | East | 1.98 km |
| Budhargaon | West | 2.06 km |
| Baun | North-East | 2.09 km |
| Bhadusera | North-West | 2.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garh
Garh is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dehradun, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uttarkashi to Garh is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 5-10 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 Dunda Tehsil, Uttarkashi 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 249193.
What is the population of Garh?
Garh has a total population of 109, including 56 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Garh?
There are 29 households in Garh.
What is the literacy rate in Garh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garh is 77.06%. Male literacy is 87.50% and female literacy is 66.04%.