Garhadih - Mainpur, Gariyaband
Garhadih is a village situated in the Mainpur tehsil of Gariyaband district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 40 km from Mainpur and around 170 km from Raipur. Garhadih village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhadih is 445424. The village covers a total geographical area of 1032.28 hectares and falls under the 493888 pincode. Nagri is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Garhadih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bindranawagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garhadih
As per Census 2011, Garhadih village has a total population of 1,023 people, consisting of 445 males and 578 females. The village has 200 households and a sex ratio of 1,298 females per 1,000 males. There are 173 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 629 literate and 394 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 878 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garhadih are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,023 | 445 | 578 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 84 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 878 | 374 | 504 |
| Literate Population | 629 | 312 | 317 |
| Illiterate Population | 394 | 133 | 261 |
Nearby Villages of Garhadih
Garhadih 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 Garhadih
Garhadih is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nagri to Garhadih is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Garhadih is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garhadih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhadih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garhadih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhadih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garhadih
Where is Garhadih located?
Garhadih village is located in Mainpur Tehsil, Gariyaband district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garhadih?
Garhadih is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garhadih?
The pincode of Garhadih is 493888.
What is the population of Garhadih?
Garhadih has a total population of 1,023, including 445 males and 578 females.
How many households are there in Garhadih?
There are 200 households in Garhadih.
What is the literacy rate in Garhadih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhadih is 61.49%. Male literacy is 70.11% and female literacy is 54.84%.