Garsanda - Ramgarh Chowk, Lakhisarai
Garsanda is a village situated in the Ramgarh Chowk subdivision of Lakhisarai district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramgarh Chowk and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Lakhisarai. Aure serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garsanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garsanda is 243726. The village covers a total geographical area of 277.9 hectares and falls under the 811311 pincode. Lakhisarai is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Garsanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garsanda
As per Census 2011, Garsanda village has a total population of 1,824 people, consisting of 953 males and 871 females. The village has 278 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 319 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,066 literate and 758 illiterate residents. Additionally, 187 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garsanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,824 | 953 | 871 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 319 | 165 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 94 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,066 | 650 | 416 |
| Illiterate Population | 758 | 303 | 455 |
Nearby Villages of Garsanda
Garsanda 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 Garsanda
Garsanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Garsanda has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhisarai to Garsanda is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garsanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garsanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garsanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garsanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garsanda
Where is Garsanda located?
Garsanda village is located in Ramgarh Chowk Subdivision, Lakhisarai district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garsanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Garsanda is Aure.
What is the pincode of Garsanda?
The pincode of Garsanda is 811311.
What is the population of Garsanda?
Garsanda has a total population of 1,824, including 953 males and 871 females.
How many households are there in Garsanda?
There are 278 households in Garsanda.
What is the literacy rate in Garsanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garsanda is 58.44%. Male literacy is 68.21% and female literacy is 47.76%.