Garhani
Garhani is a Town and Subdivision in Bhojpur District of Bihar. In India, a subdivision is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Garhani Block (CD) is 01431. The total area of Garhani Subdivision is 118 km². Garhani has a sex ratio of approximately 918 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Garhani Subdivision
Garhani Subdivision has a total of 54 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Garhani Subdivision, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Akrahi | Kaup | Garhani |
| 2 | Azam Nagar | Barap | Arrah (25 km) |
| 3 | Bagwa | Bagawa | Arrah (18 km) |
| 4 | Bahadurpur | Baraura | Arrah (22 km) |
| 5 | Bahri | Harpur | Arrah (25 km) |
| 6 | Balbandh | Kaup | Arrah (20 km) |
| 7 | Baligaon | Bali Gawan | Arrah (28 km) |
| 8 | Barap | Barap | Arrah (18 km) |
| 9 | Baraura | Baraura | Arrah (25 km) |
| 10 | Bardiha | Harpur | Arrah (30 km) |
| 11 | Bhatauli | Kaup | Garhani |
| 12 | Bhinrari | Echari | Arrah (25 km) |
| 13 | Chaiyan Chak | Baraura | Arrah (24 km) |
| 14 | Chandi | Harpur | Arrah (28 km) |
| 15 | Dehri | Baraura | Arrah (24 km) |
| 16 | Deodhi | Kaup | Arrah (23 km) |
| 17 | Deopur | Baraura | Arrah (23 km) |
| 18 | Dhamanian | Bagawa | Arrah (22 km) |
| 19 | Dhandhauli | Kaup | Arrah (20 km) |
| 20 | Dhokraha | Kaup | Garhani |
| 21 | Dolaur Dehri | Kaup | Garhani |
| 22 | Dubauli | Kurkuri | Arrah (16 km) |
| 23 | Dularpur | Kurkuri | Arrah (16 km) |
| 24 | Garhani | Garahani | Arrah (20 km) |
| 25 | Garhani Taluk | Garahani | Arrah (20 km) |
| 26 | Gaura | Baraura | Arrah (25 km) |
| 27 | Hadia Bad | Echari | Arrah (25 km) |
| 28 | Harpur | Harpur | Arrah (29 km) |
| 29 | Ichari | Echari | Arrah (25 km) |
| 30 | Karnaul | Harpur | Arrah (27 km) |
| 31 | Kaup | Kaup | Arrah (24 km) |
| 32 | Kurkuri | Kurkuri | Arrah (16 km) |
| 33 | Labhuani | Kurkuri | Arrah (16 km) |
| 34 | Lakarsen | Harpur | Garhani |
| 35 | Mandura | Barap | Arrah (29 km) |
| 36 | Manduri | Barap | Arrah (20 km) |
| 37 | Morasia | Echari | Arrah (25 km) |
| 38 | Mukundpur | Harpur | Arrah (32 km) |
| 39 | Paharpur | Baraura | Arrah (26 km) |
| 40 | Pararia | Garahani | Arrah (20 km) |
| 41 | Pathar | Kaup | Arrah (24 km) |
| 42 | Pipra | Kurkuri | Arrah (18 km) |
| 43 | Ram Dihra | Barap | Arrah (24 km) |
| 44 | Rampur | Bagawa | Arrah (23 km) |
| 45 | Ratanpur | Echari | Arrah (25 km) |
| 46 | Sahangi | Barap | Arrah (25 km) |
| 47 | Shivpur | Baraura | Arrah (24 km) |
| 48 | Sihar | Barap | Arrah (23 km) |
| 49 | Sikaria | Baraura | Arrah (26 km) |
| 50 | Sikti | Bagawa | Arrah (20 km) |
| 51 | Sohari | Harpur | Arrah (25 km) |
| 52 | Suaraha | Echari | Garhani |
| 53 | Suari | Baraura | Arrah (23 km) |
| 54 | Tenduni | Echari | Arrah (24 km) |
Population of Garhani Subdivision
The population profile of Garhani Subdivision offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Garhani Subdivision's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,03,262 | 1,03,262 | N/A |
| Male Population | 53,820 | 53,820 | N/A |
| Female Population | 49,442 | 49,442 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 18,143 | 18,143 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 9,434 | 9,434 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 8,709 | 8,709 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 56,837 | 56,837 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 35,128 | 35,128 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 21,709 | 21,709 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 46,425 | 46,425 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 18,692 | 18,692 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 27,733 | 27,733 | N/A |
| Total Households | 16,427 | 16,427 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 1,03,262 people. Includes nearly 53,820 males and 49,442 females. Rural population is about 1,03,262 people.
- There are around 18,143 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 9,434 boys and 8,709 girls.
- Literate population is about 56,837 people. Non-literate population is around 46,425 people.
- There are nearly 16,427 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Garhani Subdivision, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 18,121 | 18,121 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 9,457 | 9,457 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 8,664 | 8,664 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 32 | 32 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 17 | 17 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 15 | 15 | N/A |
| Population Density | 874 / km² | 874 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Garhani Subdivision is approximately 18,121 people, including 9,457 males and 8,664 females. Around 18,121 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Garhani Subdivision is about 32 people, including 17 males and 15 females. Around 32 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 874 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 874 people per sq. km.