Garandih - Gobindpur, Nawada
Garandih is a village situated in the Gobindpur subdivision of Nawada district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gobindpur and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Nawada. Sughri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garandih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garandih is 257875. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 805126 pincode. Nawada is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Garandih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Garandih
According to the 2011 Census, Garandih village had a total population of 455 people, including 224 males and 231 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.55%, with male literacy at 92.19% and female literacy at 65.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 455 | 224 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 32 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 304 | 177 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 47 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Garandih
Garandih 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 Garandih
Garandih is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nawada to Garandih is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garandih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garandih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garandih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garandih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garandih
Where is Garandih located?
Garandih village is located in Gobindpur Subdivision, Nawada district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garandih?
The Gram Panchayat of Garandih is Sughri.
What is the pincode of Garandih?
The pincode of Garandih is 805126.
What is the population of Garandih?
Garandih had a total population of 455, including 224 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Garandih?
Garandih had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garandih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garandih was 78.55%. Male literacy was 92.19% and female literacy was 65.13%.