Garhia

Garhia is a village located in Bhawanipur subdivision of Purnia district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Bhawanipur (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Purnia. As per 2009 stats, Sonma is the gram panchayat of Garhia village.

Garhia has its own place in the vibrant Purnia 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 Garhia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garhia is 223234. The village spans a total geographical area of 90 hectares. Purnia is nearest town to Garhia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.

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Population of Garhia

Below is a concise population overview of Garhia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,133 577 556
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 218 113 105
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2 1 1
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 518 327 191
Illiterate Population 615 250 365

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Garhia village:

  • The total population of Garhia village is around 1,133, including approximately 577 males and 556 females, with a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 218 children aged 0–6 years in Garhia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Garhia village has 2 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Garhia village is about 45.72%, with male literacy at 56.67% and female literacy at 34.35%.
  • There are around 192 households in Garhia village.

Connectivity of Garhia

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garhia. As per the 2011 stats, Garhia 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 village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Garhia

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

Dumra Mahabal Milik Dumra Mahabal Dumra Madhopur Sonua Chandaili Milik Chandaili Karmchand Basantpur Chintaman Milik Basantpur Chintamanuska Bari Sahiaganj

Frequently Asked Questions about Garhia

Where is Garhia located?
Garhia village is situated in Bhawanipur Subdivision, within the Purnia district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garhia?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhia is Sonma (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Garhia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garhia is 1,133, with 577 males and 556 females.
How many households are there in Garhia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Garhia village has a total of 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garhia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garhia is 45.72%. The male literacy rate is 56.67%, while the female literacy rate is 34.35%.