Garhia - Pratapganj, Supaul
Garhia is a village situated in the Pratapganj subdivision of Supaul district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pratapganj and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Supaul. Gobindpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garhia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhia is 221102. The village covers a total geographical area of 159 hectares and falls under the 852125 pincode. Supaul is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Garhia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Garhia
According to the 2011 Census, Garhia village had a total population of 1,232 people, including 643 males and 589 females, living in 305 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.05%, with male literacy at 66.15% and female literacy at 32.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,232 | 643 | 589 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 243 | 129 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 495 | 340 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 737 | 303 | 434 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Garhia. Garhia has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Supaul to Garhia is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garhia
Where is Garhia located?
Garhia village is located in Pratapganj Subdivision, Supaul district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garhia?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhia is Gobindpur.
What is the pincode of Garhia?
The pincode of Garhia is 852125.
What is the population of Garhia?
Garhia had a total population of 1,232, including 643 males and 589 females.
How many households are there in Garhia?
Garhia had 305 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhia was 50.05%. Male literacy was 66.15% and female literacy was 32.63%.