Garibpur - Amarpur, Banka
Garibpur is a village situated in the Amarpur subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amarpur and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Garibpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garibpur is 240582. The village covers a total geographical area of 154 hectares and falls under the 813101 pincode. Amarpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Garibpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garibpur
As per Census 2011, Garibpur village has a total population of 3,433 people, consisting of 1,801 males and 1,632 females. The village has 632 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 626 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,081 literate and 1,352 illiterate residents. Additionally, 430 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garibpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,433 | 1,801 | 1,632 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 626 | 337 | 289 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 430 | 217 | 213 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,081 | 1,142 | 939 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,352 | 659 | 693 |
Nearby Villages of Garibpur
Garibpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Garibpur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Garibpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amarpur to Garibpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Garibpur is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garibpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garibpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garibpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garibpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Garibpur
Where is Garibpur located?
Garibpur village is located in Amarpur Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garibpur?
Garibpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garibpur?
The pincode of Garibpur is 813101.
What is the population of Garibpur?
Garibpur has a total population of 3,433, including 1,801 males and 1,632 females.
How many households are there in Garibpur?
There are 632 households in Garibpur.
What is the literacy rate in Garibpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garibpur is 60.62%. Male literacy is 63.41% and female literacy is 57.54%.