Garhshankar Tehsil

Tehsil in Hoshiarpur District, Punjab

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Government of India
LGD Code: 217

About Garhshankar

Garhshankar is a tehsil located in Hoshiarpur District, Punjab, India. This comprehensive portal provides verified data updated for 2026.

Regional Context & Climate

Situated at 31.3218°N and 76.0258°E, Garhshankar is located in the heart of the Indian subcontinent. The region typically experiences a Subtropical climate with significant seasonal temperature variations.

Demographics & Administrative Role

With a population of 330,711, Garhshankar is a major urban engine in the Hoshiarpur district. Notably, Garhshankar acts as a local service hub for surrounding areas due to its established banking and postal infrastructure.

Administrative oversight is provided by the Punjab Government, coordinated through the Hoshiarpur district headquarters.

Infrastructure & Connectivity

Residents of Garhshankar have access to key public utilities:

  • Banking: 24 authorized branches provide financial services.

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List of Villages & Towns in Garhshankar Tehsil

Akalgarh (123) Village Purkhowal (268) Village Dihana (7) Village Helar (281) Village Tajewal (329) Village Panam (149) Village Khabra (127) Village Jassowal (284) Village Mehdud (348) Village Binewal (477) Village Rahalli (49) Village Rawal Pindi (142) Village Soni (113) Village Chahar (3) Village Lalwan (339) Village Chahalpur (132) Village Kot Fatuhi (89) Village Padrana (275) Village Jandoli (324) Village Punj (15) Village Garhi (264) Village Sewan (492) Village Panjaur (54) Village Badhel (11) Village Khushalpur (87) Village Daduwal (62) Village Satnaur (271) Village Bathal (283) Village Kalewal (73) Village Pathrala (307) Village Kharali (485) Village Bhawanipur (488) Village Chambal Kalan (63) Village Bhambian (262) Village Badesron (270) Village Chak Gujjran (362) Village Chak Rautan (363) Village Khanpur (312) Village Rampur Khurak (120) Village Bihran (274) Village Moranwali (118) Village Samundra (160) Village Nangal (252) Village Nasran (327) Village Chak Natha (343) Village Bharatpur Rajputan (352) Village Gaddiwal (483) Village Dansiwal (276) Village Saidpur (17) Village Denowal Kalan (134) Village Sauli (356) Village Mahal Valtohian (55) Village Khera (69) Village Ror Majara (251) Village Bhagtupur (88) Village Barian Kalan (38) Village Saila Kalan (286) Village Makhangaeh (14) Village Dugri (261) Village Maili (333) Village Ghamiala (315) Village Mehngerwal (295) Village Mananhana (90) Village Jangliana (44) Village Dadial (278) Village Kalewal (129) Village Rasulpur (137) Village Tuto Mazara (103) Village Bilron (351) Village Gondpur (61) Village Rattanpur (487) Village Sadhowal (265) Village Majari (475) Village Bakapur Guru (138) Village Jiwanpur Gujran (122) Village Hakumatpur (72) Village Nurpur (115) Village Saila Khurd (285) Village Kukowal (6) Village Bora (258) Village Behbalpur (95) Village Mularwal (41) Village Chak Masula Village Nirpur (317) Village Haluwal (301) Village Barapur (361) Village Rurki Khas (155) Village Raipur Gujjran (117) Village Kalewal (491) Village Kalupur (91) Village Tabba (495) Village Dadewal (101) Village Ibrahimpur (146) Village Nadalon (53) Village Rampur (318) Village Thinda (94) Village Bharta (70) Village Mukandpur (254) Village Thapal (10) Village Parsota (40) Village

Essential Services in Garhshankar

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the administrative type of Garhshankar?

A: Garhshankar is officially classified as a tehsil in Punjab, India.

Q: Which district does Garhshankar belong to?

A: Garhshankar is part of the Hoshiarpur administrative region.

Q: Are there banking facilities in Garhshankar?

A: Yes, there are 24 verified bank branches and IFSC codes associated with this region.

Nearby Locations

Villages within 10 kilometers of Garhshankar include the following locations. These nearby locations share similar administrative jurisdiction and are part of the same region for governance purposes. Residents often access common facilities like primary health centers, schools, and markets in these neighboring villages.

Distances calculated from coordinates: 31.3218°N, 76.0258°E

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