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 Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Garo Bigha
According to the 2011 Census, Garo Bigha village had a total population of 2,616 people, including 1,324 males and 1,292 females, living in 343 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.19%, with male literacy at 62.79% and female literacy at 37.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 658.
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 | 2,616 | 1,324 | 1,292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 460 | 241 | 219 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 658 | 329 | 329 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 2,616, including 1,324 males and 1,292 females.
How many households are there in Garo Bigha?
Garo Bigha had 343 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garo Bigha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garo Bigha was 50.19%. Male literacy was 62.79% and female literacy was 37.47%.