Garhwa Bhada - Belsand, Sitamarhi
Garhwa Bhada is a village situated in the Belsand subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belsand and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Pachnaur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garhwa Bhada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhwa Bhada is 219431. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 843316 pincode. Belsand is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Garhwa Bhada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Garhwa Bhada
According to the 2011 Census, Garhwa Bhada village had a total population of 873 people, including 439 males and 434 females, living in 180 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 25.71%, with male literacy at 32.27% and female literacy at 18.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 528.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 873 | 439 | 434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 95 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 528 | 266 | 262 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 172 | 111 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 701 | 328 | 373 |
Nearby Villages of Garhwa Bhada
Garhwa Bhada 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 Garhwa Bhada
Garhwa Bhada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Garhwa Bhada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Belsand to Garhwa Bhada is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitamarhi to Garhwa Bhada is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garhwa Bhada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhwa Bhada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garhwa Bhada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhwa Bhada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garhwa Bhada
Where is Garhwa Bhada located?
Garhwa Bhada village is located in Belsand Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garhwa Bhada?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhwa Bhada is Pachnaur.
What is the pincode of Garhwa Bhada?
The pincode of Garhwa Bhada is 843316.
What is the population of Garhwa Bhada?
Garhwa Bhada had a total population of 873, including 439 males and 434 females.
How many households are there in Garhwa Bhada?
Garhwa Bhada had 180 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garhwa Bhada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhwa Bhada was 25.71%. Male literacy was 32.27% and female literacy was 18.77%.