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Village code 1537
Garan Bala Village, Kalakote Tehsil: Map, PIN Code and Population
Garan Bala is a village in Kalakote Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Rajouri district, Jammu & Kashmir. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.
Data last reviewed: 28 April 2026. Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed.
Village Overview
Garan Bala is a village in Kalakote Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Rajouri district, Jammu & Kashmir. For Garan Bala, the population is 797, PIN code is 185152 and Census village code is 1537. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.
Source year
Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities
Important note
Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.
Google Map of Garan Bala Village
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Quick Facts
| Village code | 1537 |
|---|---|
| PIN code | 185152 |
| Population | 797 |
| Households | 170 |
| Area | 671.40 ha / 6.71 sq. km / 1,659 acres |
| Population density | 119 people per sq. km |
| Sex ratio | 997 females per 1,000 males |
| Current state | Jammu & Kashmir |
| Census 2011 state | Jammu & Kashmir |
| Current district | Rajouri |
| Census 2011 district | Rajouri |
Postal and PIN Code Details
The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 185152. This helps users verify the postal area for Garan Bala, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.
| PIN code | 185152 |
|---|---|
| Post offices linked with this PIN | Lamberi SO, Bagnoti BO, Bakhar BO, Chani BO, Dandesar BO, and Dehra BO |
| Best matching post office | Lamberi SO (Post office) |
| Delivery office records | 10 |
| Postal district | Rajouri |
| Postal state | Jammu and Kashmir |
| Postal division | Rajouri Division |
| Postal circle | Jammu Kashmir Circle |
| Source | India Post Postal Index Number code reference data |
Location and Administration
Garan Bala comes under Garam gram panchayat and Kalakote C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Kalakote Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The tehsil headquarters is Kala Kote at 30 km. The Census district headquarters, Rajouri, is 60 km away.
| Current state | Jammu & Kashmir |
|---|---|
| Census 2011 state | Jammu & Kashmir |
| Current district | Rajouri |
| Census 2011 district | Rajouri |
| State code | 1 |
| District code | 6 |
| Tehsil / Census sub-district code | 24 |
| C.D. Block code | 50 |
| Block panchayat code | 50 |
Population Profile
The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Garan Bala village and its household count.
Total population
797 residents in 170 households
Male population
399
Female population
398
SC/ST population
Scheduled Castes: 20; Scheduled Tribes: 333
SC male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
ST male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
Schools and Education
This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.
Government pre-primary school
Not available in village
Private pre-primary school
Available; count: 1
Government primary school
Available; count: 1
Private primary school
Not available in village
Middle school
Available; government count: 1
Secondary school
Not available in village
Senior secondary school
Not available in village
Vocational / ITI training
Not available in village
Arts and science degree college
Not available in village
Health Facilities
Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.
| Primary health sub-centre | 1 |
|---|---|
| ASHA worker | Available |
Connectivity and Public Services
An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.
| Public bus service | Not available in village |
|---|---|
| Private bus service | Available |
| Railway station | Not available in village |
| National highway | Not available in village |
| State highway | Not available in village |
| Major district road | Not available in village |
| Black topped road | Available |
| All-weather road | Available |
| Post office | Available |
| Village PIN code facility | Available |
| Mobile phone coverage | Available |
| CSC / internet cafe | Not available in village |
| ATM | Not available in village |
| Commercial bank | Not available in village |
| Cooperative bank | Not available in village |
| Agricultural credit society | Not available in village |
| PDS shop | Not available in village |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village |
| Weekly haat | Not available in village |
| Self-help group | Available |
| Anganwadi centre | Available |
| Assembly polling station | Available |
| Birth and death registration office | Available |
| Daily newspaper supply | Available |
| Sports field | Not available in village |
| Public library | Not available in village |
| Public reading room | Not available in village |
Water, Sanitation and Power
Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.
| Treated tap water | Not available in village |
|---|---|
| Untreated tap water | Not available in village |
| Hand pump | Available |
| Tube wells / boreholes | Not available in village |
| Closed drainage | Not available in village |
| Open drainage | Not available in village |
| Total sanitation campaign coverage | Not available in village |
| Domestic power supply | Available |
| Agriculture power supply | Not available in village |
| Commercial power supply | Not available in village |
| Summer domestic power | 15 hours per day |
| Winter domestic power | 10 hours per day |
Agriculture and Land Use
Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.
| Net area sown | 55.90 hectares |
|---|---|
| Unirrigated area | 55.90 hectares |
| Forest area | 491.30 hectares |
| Non-agricultural area | 70 hectares |
| Main crop | Paddy |
| Second crop | Maiza |
| Third crop | Wheat |
Nearby Facility Clues
When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.
| Secondary school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Nowshehra, more than 10 km away. |
|---|---|
| Senior secondary school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Rajouri, more than 10 km away. |
| Public bus service | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
| Railway station | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
| Commercial bank | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
| ATM | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km. |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
How to Reach Garan Bala
The nearest major town is not reported is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Kala Kote is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.
| Tehsil headquarters | Kala Kote (30 km) |
|---|---|
| Public bus service | Not available in village |
| Railway station in village | Not available in village |
| All-weather road | Available |
Source-Year Notes
Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Tehsil, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.
For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.
Official Records and Useful Links
Use these official links to verify current government information. Village Maps shows Census 2011 and public directory data for general reference.
- Jammu and Kashmir government website Official state/UT portal
- Rajouri district administration Official district portal
- Jk Land Records land records Verify land records officially
- Census India Village code 1537
- India Post PIN code search 185152
Additional Facilities Reported
This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Garan Bala. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.
| Private Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKG | Available; 1 |
|---|---|
| Govt Primary School | Available; 1 |
| Govt Middle School | Available; 1 |
| Primary Health Sub Centre | 1 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Doctors in Position | 1 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 8 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 8 |
| Uncovered Well | Available |
| Uncovered Well Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Uncovered Well Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Hand Pump | Available |
| Hand Pump Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Spring | Available |
| Spring Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Spring Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Open Kuccha Drainage | Available |
| Post Office | Available |
| Sub Post Office | Available |
| Telephone Landlines | Available |
| Mobile Phone Coverage | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available |
| Other District Road | Available |
| Black Topped (Pucca) Road | Available |
| Gravel Kuchha Roads | Available |
| All Weather Road | Available |
| Foothpath | Available |
| Self Help Group SHG | Available |
| Nutritional Centres Anganwadi Centre | Available |
| ASHA | Available |
| Daily Newspaper Supply | Available |
| Assembly Polling Station | Available |
| Birth and Death Registration Office | Available |
| Power Supply for Domestic Use | Available |
| Power Supply for All Users | Available |
How to Use Survey Number and Map Details
Use the village code, district, tehsil, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Garan Bala village located?
Garan Bala is located in Kalakote Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Rajouri.
Which Tehsil is Garan Bala in?
Garan Bala is in Kalakote Tehsil. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.
Which district is Garan Bala in?
District: Rajouri.
What is the village code of Garan Bala?
The Census village code of Garan Bala is 1537.
What is the PIN code of Garan Bala?
The PIN code reported for Garan Bala is 185152.
What is the population of Garan Bala?
Garan Bala has 797 residents in 170 households as per Census 2011.
Which gram panchayat is Garan Bala part of?
Garan Bala comes under Garam gram panchayat.
Which crops are grown in Garan Bala?
The main crops reported for Garan Bala are Paddy, Maiza, and Wheat.
What land-use details are available for Garan Bala?
Land-use details for Garan Bala include net area sown: 55.90 hectares and unirrigated area: 55.90 hectares.
Is there a government primary school in Garan Bala?
Government primary school status for Garan Bala is available in the village.
Is public bus service available in Garan Bala?
Public bus service is not available in village.
Is mobile phone coverage available in Garan Bala?
Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.
What is the total area of Garan Bala?
The total geographical area of Garan Bala is 671.40 hectares.
How many households are in Garan Bala?
Garan Bala has 170 households as per Census 2011.
Is tap water available in Garan Bala?
Treated tap water is not available in village.
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