Garahia
Garahia is a village located in Madhuban subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Madhuban (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Garahia village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Garahia unique in its vibrant Madhuban-Purba Champaran region. You’ll see Garahia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Garahia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garahia is 218627. The village spans a total geographical area of 175.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 845426. Madhuban is nearest town to Garahia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Garahia
Population of Garahia
According to the 2011 Census, Garahia has a total population of about 5,396, with approximately 2,831 males and 2,565 females. The sex ratio is around 906 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,268 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 831 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 26.19%, with male literacy at about 30.48% and female literacy near 21.44%. There are around 1,009 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Garahia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,396 | 2,831 | 2,565 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,268 | 637 | 631 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 831 | 432 | 399 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,413 | 863 | 550 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,983 | 1,968 | 2,015 |
Connectivity of Garahia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garahia. As per the 2011 stats, Garahia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Garahia
Knowing the nearby villages of Garahia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garahia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garahia
- Where is Garahia located?
- Garahia village is situated in Madhuban Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garahia?
- Garahia serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Garahia?
- The pincode of Garahia is 845426, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Garahia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garahia is 5,396, with 2,831 males and 2,565 females.
- How many households are there in Garahia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garahia village has a total of 1,009 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garahia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garahia is 26.19%. The male literacy rate is 30.48%, while the female literacy rate is 21.44%.