Garha - Pupri, Sitamarhi
Garha is a village situated in the Pupri subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pupri and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Garha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garha is 219720. The village covers a total geographical area of 393 hectares and falls under the 843320 pincode. Janakpur Road is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Garha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garha
As per Census 2011, Garha village has a total population of 11,044 people, consisting of 5,683 males and 5,361 females. The village has 2,587 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,169 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,354 literate and 6,690 illiterate residents. Additionally, 606 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,044 | 5,683 | 5,361 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,169 | 1,123 | 1,046 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 606 | 332 | 274 |
| Literate Population | 4,354 | 2,353 | 2,001 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,690 | 3,330 | 3,360 |
Nearby Villages of Garha
Garha 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 Garha
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| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Janakpur Road to Garha is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitamarhi to Garha is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Garha
Where is Garha located?
Garha village is located in Pupri Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garha?
Garha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garha?
The pincode of Garha is 843320.
What is the population of Garha?
Garha has a total population of 11,044, including 5,683 males and 5,361 females.
How many households are there in Garha?
There are 2,587 households in Garha.
What is the literacy rate in Garha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garha is 39.42%. Male literacy is 41.40% and female literacy is 37.33%.