Garkha
Garkha is a village located in Garkha subdivision of Saran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 15km away from district headquarter Garkha. Garkha is the sub-district headquarter of Garkha village. As per 2009 stats, Garkha village is also a gram panchayat.
Garkha has its own place in the vibrant Saran 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 Garkha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garkha is 234368. The village spans a total geographical area of 259 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 844311. Chapra is nearest town to Garkha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Garkha
Population of Garkha
Below is a concise population overview of Garkha 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 | 9,319 | 4,740 | 4,579 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,607 | 785 | 822 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 985 | 487 | 498 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 91 | 43 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 5,603 | 3,236 | 2,367 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,716 | 1,504 | 2,212 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Garkha village:
- The total population of Garkha village is around 9,319, including approximately 4,740 males and 4,579 females, with a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,607 children aged 0–6 years in Garkha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Garkha village has 985 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 91 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Garkha village is about 60.12%, with male literacy at 68.27% and female literacy at 51.69%.
- There are around 1,465 households in Garkha village.
Connectivity of Garkha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garkha. As per the 2011 stats, Garkha 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 village |
Nearby Villages of Garkha
Knowing the nearby villages of Garkha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garkha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garkha
- Where is Garkha located?
- Garkha village is situated in Garkha Subdivision, within the Saran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garkha?
- Garkha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Garkha?
- The pincode of Garkha is 844311, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Garkha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garkha is 9,319, with 4,740 males and 4,579 females.
- How many households are there in Garkha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garkha village has a total of 1,465 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garkha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garkha is 60.12%. The male literacy rate is 68.27%, while the female literacy rate is 51.69%.