Garo Bigha - Narhat, Nawada
Garo Bigha is a village situated in the Narhat subdivision of Nawada district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narhat and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Nawada. Babhnaur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garo Bigha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garo Bigha is 258148. The village covers a total geographical area of 233 hectares and falls under the 805103 pincode. Hisua is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Garo Bigha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garo Bigha
As per Census 2011, Garo Bigha village has a total population of 2,616 people, consisting of 1,324 males and 1,292 females. The village has 343 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 460 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,082 literate and 1,534 illiterate residents. Additionally, 658 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garo Bigha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,616 | 1,324 | 1,292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 460 | 241 | 219 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 658 | 329 | 329 |
| Literate Population | 1,082 | 680 | 402 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,534 | 644 | 890 |
Nearby Villages of Garo Bigha
Garo Bigha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhanawan | North-West | 1.24 km |
| Punthar | South-East | 1.28 km |
| Patal Bigha | South-West | 1.52 km |
| Manawan | West | 1.74 km |
| Dhamol | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Baliyari | North-West | 2.33 km |
| Panre Chak | South-West | 2.36 km |
| Babhnaur | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Bara | South-East | 2.41 km |
| Dai Bigha | East | 2.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garo Bigha
Garo Bigha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Garobigha Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 117.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Hisua to Garo Bigha is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nawada to Garo Bigha is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garo Bigha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garo Bigha 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 Garo Bigha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garo Bigha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Garo Bigha
Where is Garo Bigha located?
Garo Bigha village is located in Narhat Subdivision, Nawada district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garo Bigha?
The Gram Panchayat of Garo Bigha is Babhnaur.
What is the pincode of Garo Bigha?
The pincode of Garo Bigha is 805103.
What is the population of Garo Bigha?
Garo Bigha has a total population of 2,616, including 1,324 males and 1,292 females.
How many households are there in Garo Bigha?
There are 343 households in Garo Bigha.
What is the literacy rate in Garo Bigha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garo Bigha is 41.36%. Male literacy is 51.36% and female literacy is 31.11%.