Garhi Jan

Garhi Jan is a village located in Dobhi subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Dobhi (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Ghora Ghat is the gram panchayat of Garhi Jan village.

Garhi Jan has its own place in the vibrant Gaya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Garhi Jan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garhi Jan is 256479. The village spans a total geographical area of 140 hectares. Sherghati is nearest town to Garhi Jan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Garhi Jan

Below is a concise population overview of Garhi Jan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,219 643 576
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 249 135 114
Scheduled Castes (SC) 598 322 276
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 367 220 147
Illiterate Population 852 423 429

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Garhi Jan village:

  • The total population of Garhi Jan village is around 1,219, including approximately 643 males and 576 females, with a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 249 children aged 0–6 years in Garhi Jan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Garhi Jan village has 598 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Garhi Jan village is about 30.11%, with male literacy at 34.21% and female literacy at 25.52%.
  • There are around 223 households in Garhi Jan village.

Connectivity of Garhi Jan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garhi Jan. As per the 2011 stats, Garhi Jan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Garhi Jan

Knowing the nearby villages of Garhi Jan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garhi Jan.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Garhi Jan

Where is Garhi Jan located?
Garhi Jan village is situated in Dobhi Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garhi Jan?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhi Jan is Ghora Ghat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Garhi Jan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garhi Jan is 1,219, with 643 males and 576 females.
How many households are there in Garhi Jan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Garhi Jan village has a total of 223 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garhi Jan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garhi Jan is 30.11%. The male literacy rate is 34.21%, while the female literacy rate is 25.52%.