Garbhudih - Chanan, Banka
Garbhudih is a village situated in the Chanan subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chanan and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Birniya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garbhudih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garbhudih is 241898. The village covers a total geographical area of 391 hectares and falls under the 814131 pincode. Deoghar(jharkhand) is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Garbhudih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Garbhudih
According to the 2011 Census, Garbhudih village had a total population of 1,323 people, including 688 males and 635 females, living in 255 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.29%, with male literacy at 74.46% and female literacy at 40.24%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 387.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,323 | 688 | 635 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 128 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 387 | 208 | 179 |
| Literate Population | 619 | 417 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 704 | 271 | 433 |
Nearby Villages of Garbhudih
Garbhudih 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 Garbhudih
Garbhudih is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Garbhudih.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deoghar(jharkhand) to Garbhudih is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Garbhudih is about 40 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 Garbhudih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garbhudih 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 Garbhudih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garbhudih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garbhudih
Where is Garbhudih located?
Garbhudih village is located in Chanan Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garbhudih?
The Gram Panchayat of Garbhudih is Birniya.
What is the pincode of Garbhudih?
The pincode of Garbhudih is 814131.
What is the population of Garbhudih?
Garbhudih had a total population of 1,323, including 688 males and 635 females.
How many households are there in Garbhudih?
Garbhudih had 255 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garbhudih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garbhudih was 58.29%. Male literacy was 74.46% and female literacy was 40.24%.