Gariba - Kalyanpur, Purbi Champaran
Gariba is a village situated in the Kalyanpur subdivision of Purbi Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from Kalyanpur and around 50 km from Motihari. Siswa Sob serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gariba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gariba is 218266. The village covers a total geographical area of 557 hectares and falls under the 845413 pincode. Chakia is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Gariba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalyanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Purvi Champaran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gariba
As per Census 2011, Gariba village has a total population of 6,513 people, consisting of 3,290 males and 3,223 females. The village has 1,300 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,207 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,003 literate and 3,510 illiterate residents. Additionally, 932 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gariba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,513 | 3,290 | 3,223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,207 | 623 | 584 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 932 | 456 | 476 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 3,003 | 1,786 | 1,217 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,510 | 1,504 | 2,006 |
Nearby Villages of Gariba
Gariba 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hira Chhapra | South | 1.25 km |
| Khatolwa | South | 2.19 km |
| Daini Math | East | 2.48 km |
| Menaura | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Khokhra | South-East | 2.55 km |
| Jamunapur | West | 2.74 km |
| Khatolwa Gawandri | South | 2.95 km |
| Babuawan | North-East | 2.99 km |
| Hajipur | South-West | 3.10 km |
| Sambhu Chak | South-East | 3.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gariba
Gariba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kuwarchintawa, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chakia to Gariba is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Motihari to Gariba is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gariba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gariba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gariba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gariba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gariba
Where is Gariba located?
Gariba village is located in Kalyanpur Subdivision, Purbi Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gariba?
The Gram Panchayat of Gariba is Siswa Sob.
What is the pincode of Gariba?
The pincode of Gariba is 845413.
What is the population of Gariba?
Gariba has a total population of 6,513, including 3,290 males and 3,223 females.
How many households are there in Gariba?
There are 1,300 households in Gariba.
What is the literacy rate in Gariba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gariba is 46.11%. Male literacy is 54.29% and female literacy is 37.76%.