Garaya - Shahpur, Bhojpur
Garaya is a village situated in the Shahpur subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpur and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Hariharpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garaya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garaya is 246650. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 802154 pincode. Shahpur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Garaya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garaya
As per Census 2011, Garaya village has a total population of 1,210 people, consisting of 659 males and 551 females. The village has 213 households and a sex ratio of 836 females per 1,000 males. There are 169 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 736 literate and 474 illiterate residents. Additionally, 548 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garaya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,210 | 659 | 551 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 85 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 548 | 289 | 259 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 736 | 499 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 474 | 160 | 314 |
Nearby Villages of Garaya
Garaya 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 Garaya
Garaya 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 Garaya.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahpur to Garaya is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Garaya is about 29 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 Garaya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garaya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garaya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garaya 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 Garaya
Where is Garaya located?
Garaya village is located in Shahpur Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garaya?
The Gram Panchayat of Garaya is Hariharpur.
What is the pincode of Garaya?
The pincode of Garaya is 802154.
What is the population of Garaya?
Garaya has a total population of 1,210, including 659 males and 551 females.
How many households are there in Garaya?
There are 213 households in Garaya.
What is the literacy rate in Garaya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garaya is 60.83%. Male literacy is 75.72% and female literacy is 43.01%.