Garuha Bishunpur - Narpatganj, Araria
Garuha Bishunpur is a village situated in the Narpatganj subdivision of Araria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narpatganj and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Araria. Godaraha-vishanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garuha Bishunpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garuha Bishunpur is 221527. The village covers a total geographical area of 669 hectares and falls under the 854335 pincode. Forbesganj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Garuha Bishunpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garuha Bishunpur
As per Census 2011, Garuha Bishunpur village has a total population of 3,863 people, consisting of 1,971 males and 1,892 females. The village has 725 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 717 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,517 literate and 2,346 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,446 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garuha Bishunpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,863 | 1,971 | 1,892 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 717 | 356 | 361 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,446 | 732 | 714 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,517 | 919 | 598 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,346 | 1,052 | 1,294 |
Nearby Villages of Garuha Bishunpur
Garuha Bishunpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tamganj | North-East | 3.12 km |
| Gokhulpur | North | 3.30 km |
| Belsandi | West | 3.36 km |
| Ajitnagar | North-West | 4.02 km |
| Bariarpur | East | 4.13 km |
| Kochgaon | North-West | 4.47 km |
| Tamganj Toufir | North-East | 4.76 km |
| Patti Niyamat Urf Girdharpatti | South-West | 4.88 km |
| Gadhgawan | East | 4.95 km |
| Ratan Sar | South-West | 4.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garuha Bishunpur
Garuha Bishunpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dholbaja, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Forbesganj to Garuha Bishunpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Araria to Garuha Bishunpur is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garuha Bishunpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garuha Bishunpur 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Garuha Bishunpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garuha Bishunpur 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 Garuha Bishunpur
Where is Garuha Bishunpur located?
Garuha Bishunpur village is located in Narpatganj Subdivision, Araria district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garuha Bishunpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Garuha Bishunpur is Godaraha-vishanpur.
What is the pincode of Garuha Bishunpur?
The pincode of Garuha Bishunpur is 854335.
What is the population of Garuha Bishunpur?
Garuha Bishunpur has a total population of 3,863, including 1,971 males and 1,892 females.
How many households are there in Garuha Bishunpur?
There are 725 households in Garuha Bishunpur.
What is the literacy rate in Garuha Bishunpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garuha Bishunpur is 39.27%. Male literacy is 46.63% and female literacy is 31.61%.