Garighat - Farsabahar, Jashpur
Garighat is a village situated in the Farsabahar tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Farsabahar and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Gaarighat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garighat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garighat is 434207. The village covers a total geographical area of 652.12 hectares and falls under the 496242 pincode. Kunkuri is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Garighat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kunkuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garighat
According to the 2011 Census, Garighat village had a total population of 755 people, including 381 males and 374 females, living in 192 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.19%, with male literacy at 71.21% and female literacy at 42.90%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 665.
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 | 755 | 381 | 374 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 51 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 665 | 334 | 331 |
| Literate Population | 374 | 235 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 381 | 146 | 235 |
Nearby Villages of Garighat
Garighat is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pagurabahar | North | 2.30 km |
| Mundadih | West | 2.50 km |
| Sikirima | East | 2.80 km |
| Jharmunda | South | 3.44 km |
| Pamsala | North | 3.46 km |
| Pharadbahar | South-West | 3.73 km |
| Baluwahar | North-East | 3.73 km |
| Mendarbahar | North-West | 3.78 km |
| Baro | West | 4.60 km |
| Bhejari Dand | South | 4.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garighat
Garighat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bamra, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kunkuri to Garighat is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Garighat is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garighat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garighat 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 Garighat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garighat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garighat
Where is Garighat located?
Garighat village is located in Farsabahar Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garighat?
The Gram Panchayat of Garighat is Gaarighat.
What is the pincode of Garighat?
The pincode of Garighat is 496242.
What is the population of Garighat?
Garighat had a total population of 755, including 381 males and 374 females.
How many households are there in Garighat?
Garighat had 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garighat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garighat was 57.19%. Male literacy was 71.21% and female literacy was 42.90%.