Garhwa

Garhwa is a village located in Ramgarhwa subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Ramgarhwa (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Jaitapur is the gram panchayat of Garhwa village.

Here you can discover what makes Garhwa unique in its vibrant Ramgarhwa-Purba Champaran region. You’ll see Garhwa’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 Garhwa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garhwa is 217587. The village spans a total geographical area of 118.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 845440. Raxaul is nearest town to Garhwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

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Population of Garhwa

According to the 2011 Census, Garhwa has a total population of about 725, with approximately 380 males and 345 females. The sex ratio is around 907 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 155 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 109 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.76%, with male literacy at about 61.84% and female literacy near 63.77%. There are around 192 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Garhwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 725 380 345
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 155 82 73
Scheduled Castes (SC) 109 58 51
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 1 N/A
Literate Population 455 235 220
Illiterate Population 270 145 125

Connectivity of Garhwa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garhwa. As per the 2011 stats, Garhwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Garhwa

Knowing the nearby villages of Garhwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garhwa.

Frequently Asked Questions about Garhwa

Where is Garhwa located?
Garhwa village is situated in Ramgarhwa Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garhwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhwa is Jaitapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Garhwa?
The pincode of Garhwa is 845440, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Garhwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garhwa is 725, with 380 males and 345 females.
How many households are there in Garhwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Garhwa village has a total of 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garhwa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garhwa is 62.76%. The male literacy rate is 61.84%, while the female literacy rate is 63.77%.