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.
Garhwa has its own place in the vibrant Purba Champaran region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
Google Map of Garhwa
Population of Garhwa
Below is a concise population overview of Garhwa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Garhwa village:
- The total population of Garhwa village is around 725, including approximately 380 males and 345 females, with a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 155 children aged 0–6 years in Garhwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Garhwa village has 109 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Garhwa village is about 62.76%, with male literacy at 61.84% and female literacy at 63.77%.
- There are around 192 households in Garhwa village.
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%.