Garha - Ladania, Madhubani
Garha is a village situated in the Ladania subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ladania and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Belahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garha is 219969. The village covers a total geographical area of 391 hectares and falls under the 847232 pincode. Jainagar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Garha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garha
As per Census 2011, Garha village has a total population of 4,410 people, consisting of 2,205 males and 2,205 females. The village has 834 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 883 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,027 literate and 2,383 illiterate residents. Additionally, 978 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,410 | 2,205 | 2,205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 883 | 456 | 427 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 978 | 473 | 505 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,027 | 1,283 | 744 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,383 | 922 | 1,461 |
Nearby Villages of Garha
Garha is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Piprahi | North | 1.82 km |
| Belahi | South | 2.58 km |
| Birpur Barapatti Pindraun | South-East | 3.69 km |
| Lachhminia | North-West | 4.33 km |
| Lalmunia Munhara | East | 4.47 km |
| Sidhapa | South-West | 4.71 km |
| Gajhara | South | 4.93 km |
| Mahtha | North-West | 5.56 km |
| Rae Chanda | South-East | 5.77 km |
| Jhagaraua | South-East | 6.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garha
Garha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khutauna, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jainagar to Garha is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Garha is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garha
Where is Garha located?
Garha village is located in Ladania Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garha?
The Gram Panchayat of Garha is Belahi.
What is the pincode of Garha?
The pincode of Garha is 847232.
What is the population of Garha?
Garha has a total population of 4,410, including 2,205 males and 2,205 females.
How many households are there in Garha?
There are 834 households in Garha.
What is the literacy rate in Garha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garha is 45.96%. Male literacy is 58.19% and female literacy is 33.74%.