Garhwa - Durgawati, Kaimur (Bhabua)
Garhwa is a village situated in the Durgawati subdivision of Kaimur (Bhabua) district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Durgawati and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Bhabua. Chehariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garhwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhwa is 249591. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 821105 pincode. Bhabua is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Garhwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Garhwa
According to the 2011 Census, Garhwa village had a total population of 375 people, including 195 males and 180 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.86%, with male literacy at 90.00% and female literacy at 70.63%.
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 | 375 | 195 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 35 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 245 | 144 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 51 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Garhwa
Garhwa 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 Garhwa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Garhwa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhabua to Garhwa is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garhwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Garhwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garhwa
Where is Garhwa located?
Garhwa village is located in Durgawati Subdivision, Kaimur (Bhabua) district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garhwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhwa is Chehariya.
What is the pincode of Garhwa?
The pincode of Garhwa is 821105.
What is the population of Garhwa?
Garhwa had a total population of 375, including 195 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Garhwa?
Garhwa had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garhwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhwa was 80.86%. Male literacy was 90.00% and female literacy was 70.63%.