Garhia - Srinagar, Purnia
Garhia is a village situated in the Srinagar subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Srinagar and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Garhia Baluwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garhia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhia is 223615. The village covers a total geographical area of 1029 hectares and falls under the 854304 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Garhia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garhia
As per Census 2011, Garhia village has a total population of 7,411 people, consisting of 3,881 males and 3,530 females. The village has 1,565 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,641 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,023 literate and 4,388 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,511 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 253 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garhia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,411 | 3,881 | 3,530 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,641 | 835 | 806 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,511 | 764 | 747 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 253 | 137 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 3,023 | 1,875 | 1,148 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,388 | 2,006 | 2,382 |
Nearby Villages of Garhia
Garhia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Garhia
Garhia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Garhia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnia to Garhia is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garhia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garhia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Garhia
Where is Garhia located?
Garhia village is located in Srinagar Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garhia?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhia is Garhia Baluwa.
What is the pincode of Garhia?
The pincode of Garhia is 854304.
What is the population of Garhia?
Garhia has a total population of 7,411, including 3,881 males and 3,530 females.
How many households are there in Garhia?
There are 1,565 households in Garhia.
What is the literacy rate in Garhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhia is 40.79%. Male literacy is 48.31% and female literacy is 32.52%.