Garhatha Kalan - Barhampur, Buxar
Garhatha Kalan is a village situated in the Barhampur subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barhampur and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Nimej serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garhatha Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhatha Kalan is 247978. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.3 hectares and falls under the 802112 pincode. Dumraon is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Garhatha Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Garhatha Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Garhatha Kalan village had a total population of 1,503 people, including 801 males and 702 females, living in 258 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.91%, with male literacy at 82.00% and female literacy at 60.20%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 130.
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 | 1,503 | 801 | 702 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 101 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 130 | 73 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 937 | 574 | 363 |
| Illiterate Population | 566 | 227 | 339 |
Nearby Villages of Garhatha Kalan
Garhatha Kalan 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 Garhatha Kalan
Garhatha Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Garhatha Kalan.
| 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 Dumraon to Garhatha Kalan is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Garhatha Kalan is about 34 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 Garhatha Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhatha Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garhatha Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhatha Kalan 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 Garhatha Kalan
Where is Garhatha Kalan located?
Garhatha Kalan village is located in Barhampur Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garhatha Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhatha Kalan is Nimej.
What is the pincode of Garhatha Kalan?
The pincode of Garhatha Kalan is 802112.
What is the population of Garhatha Kalan?
Garhatha Kalan had a total population of 1,503, including 801 males and 702 females.
How many households are there in Garhatha Kalan?
Garhatha Kalan had 258 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garhatha Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhatha Kalan was 71.91%. Male literacy was 82.00% and female literacy was 60.20%.