Garahatha - Piro, Bhojpur
Garahatha is a village situated in the Piro subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piro and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Katar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garahatha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garahatha is 247395. The village covers a total geographical area of 121.78 hectares and falls under the 802204 pincode. Piro is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Garahatha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tarari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garahatha
According to the 2011 Census, Garahatha village had a total population of 1,120 people, including 582 males and 538 females, living in 187 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.85%, with male literacy at 83.73% and female literacy at 62.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 78.
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 | 1,120 | 582 | 538 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 84 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 37 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 692 | 417 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 428 | 165 | 263 |
Nearby Villages of Garahatha
Garahatha 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 Garahatha
Garahatha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Garahatha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Piro to Garahatha is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Garahatha is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garahatha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garahatha 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garahatha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garahatha 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 Garahatha
Where is Garahatha located?
Garahatha village is located in Piro Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garahatha?
The Gram Panchayat of Garahatha is Katar.
What is the pincode of Garahatha?
The pincode of Garahatha is 802204.
What is the population of Garahatha?
Garahatha had a total population of 1,120, including 582 males and 538 females.
How many households are there in Garahatha?
Garahatha had 187 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garahatha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garahatha was 73.85%. Male literacy was 83.73% and female literacy was 62.64%.