Garia - Naugachhia, Bhagalpur
Garia is a village situated in the Naugachhia subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naugachhia and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Jagatpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garia is 238961. The village covers a total geographical area of 61 hectares and falls under the 853204 pincode. Naugachhia is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Garia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garia
According to the 2011 Census, Garia village had a total population of 2,586 people, including 1,354 males and 1,232 females, living in 417 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.92%, with male literacy at 54.59% and female literacy at 36.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 215, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 2,586 | 1,354 | 1,232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 480 | 242 | 238 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 215 | 114 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 967 | 607 | 360 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,619 | 747 | 872 |
Nearby Villages of Garia
Garia 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 Garia
Garia 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 Garia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Naugachhia to Garia is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Garia is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Garia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garia
Where is Garia located?
Garia village is located in Naugachhia Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garia?
The Gram Panchayat of Garia is Jagatpur.
What is the pincode of Garia?
The pincode of Garia is 853204.
What is the population of Garia?
Garia had a total population of 2,586, including 1,354 males and 1,232 females.
How many households are there in Garia?
Garia had 417 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garia was 45.92%. Male literacy was 54.59% and female literacy was 36.22%.