Garkar - Chanan, Banka
Garkar is a village situated in the Chanan subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chanan and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Koriya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garkar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garkar is 241933. The village covers a total geographical area of 177 hectares and falls under the 814131 pincode. Deoghar(jharkhand) is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Garkar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Garkar
According to the 2011 Census, Garkar village had a total population of 328 people, including 180 males and 148 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 822 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.40%, with male literacy at 35.61% and female literacy at 26.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 322.
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 | 328 | 180 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 48 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 322 | 177 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 47 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 133 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Garkar
Garkar 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 Garkar
Garkar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Garkar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deoghar(jharkhand) to Garkar is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Garkar is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garkar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garkar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garkar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garkar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garkar
Where is Garkar located?
Garkar village is located in Chanan Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garkar?
The Gram Panchayat of Garkar is Koriya.
What is the pincode of Garkar?
The pincode of Garkar is 814131.
What is the population of Garkar?
Garkar had a total population of 328, including 180 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Garkar?
Garkar had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garkar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garkar was 31.40%. Male literacy was 35.61% and female literacy was 26.36%.