Garri - Peterwar, Bokaro
Garri is a village situated in the Peterwar subdivision of Bokaro district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Peterwar and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Bokaro. Chando serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garri is 362476. The village covers a total geographical area of 356.73 hectares and falls under the 829121 pincode.
Garri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bermo Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garri
As per Census 2011, Garri village has a total population of 740 people, consisting of 373 males and 367 females. The village has 169 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 302 literate and 438 illiterate residents. Additionally, 701 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 740 | 373 | 367 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 57 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 701 | 356 | 345 |
| Literate Population | 302 | 210 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 438 | 163 | 275 |
Nearby Villages of Garri
Garri 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 Garri
Garri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bokaro to Garri is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garri 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 Garri
Where is Garri located?
Garri village is located in Peterwar Subdivision, Bokaro district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garri?
The Gram Panchayat of Garri is Chando.
What is the pincode of Garri?
The pincode of Garri is 829121.
What is the population of Garri?
Garri has a total population of 740, including 373 males and 367 females.
How many households are there in Garri?
There are 169 households in Garri.
What is the literacy rate in Garri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garri is 40.81%. Male literacy is 56.30% and female literacy is 25.07%.