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 Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Garaya
According to the 2011 Census, Garaya village had a total population of 1,210 people, including 659 males and 551 females, living in 213 households. The sex ratio was 836 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.70%, with male literacy at 86.93% and female literacy at 50.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 548, 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 | 1,210 | 659 | 551 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 85 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 548 | 289 | 259 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,210, including 659 males and 551 females.
How many households are there in Garaya?
Garaya had 213 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garaya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garaya was 70.70%. Male literacy was 86.93% and female literacy was 50.75%.