Gharfalia
Gharfalia is a village located in Jorhat West subdivision of Jorhat district in Assam, India. It is situated 17km away from Jorhat, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Gharfalia village. As per 2009 stats, Dhekorgorah is the gram panchayat of Gharfalia village.
Here you can discover what makes Gharfalia unique in its vibrant Jorhat West-Jorhat region. You’ll see Gharfalia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gharfalia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gharfalia is 293604. The village spans a total geographical area of 396.12 hectares. Jorhat is nearest town to Gharfalia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
Google Map of Gharfalia
Population of Gharfalia
According to the 2011 Census, Gharfalia has a total population of about 2,160, with approximately 1,077 males and 1,083 females. The sex ratio is around 1005 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 275 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 37 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.88%, with male literacy at about 75.02% and female literacy near 66.76%. There are around 487 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gharfalia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,160 | 1,077 | 1,083 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 133 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,531 | 808 | 723 |
| Illiterate Population | 629 | 269 | 360 |
Connectivity of Gharfalia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gharfalia. As per the 2011 stats, Gharfalia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gharfalia
Knowing the nearby villages of Gharfalia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gharfalia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gharfalia
- Where is Gharfalia located?
- Gharfalia village is situated in Jorhat West Subdivision, within the Jorhat district of Assam, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gharfalia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gharfalia is Dhekorgorah (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gharfalia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gharfalia is 2,160, with 1,077 males and 1,083 females.
- How many households are there in Gharfalia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gharfalia village has a total of 487 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gharfalia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gharfalia is 70.88%. The male literacy rate is 75.02%, while the female literacy rate is 66.76%.