Garo - Kunda, Chatra
Garo is a village situated in the Kunda subdivision of Chatra district, Jharkhand. Margada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garo is 348491. The village covers a total geographical area of 488 hectares and falls under the 825404 pincode.
Garo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garo
As per Census 2011, Garo village has a total population of 290 people, consisting of 162 males and 128 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 790 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 109 literate and 181 illiterate residents. Additionally, 271 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 290 | 162 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 31 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 271 | 149 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 73 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 89 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Garo
Garo 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Butkuia | North | 1.76 km |
| Sildag | West | 1.82 km |
| Pinjni | East | 2.28 km |
| Babudih | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Baghauta | East | 2.59 km |
| Apti | North-West | 2.74 km |
| Goindi | South | 3.07 km |
| Sakhuahi | North | 3.22 km |
| Korda | West | 3.41 km |
| Lukuia | North-East | 3.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garo
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Garo. The nearest railway station is Bendi, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Garo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garo 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Garo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garo 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 Garo
Where is Garo located?
Garo village is located in Kunda Subdivision, Chatra district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garo?
The Gram Panchayat of Garo is Margada.
What is the pincode of Garo?
The pincode of Garo is 825404.
What is the population of Garo?
Garo has a total population of 290, including 162 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Garo?
There are 60 households in Garo.
What is the literacy rate in Garo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garo is 37.59%. Male literacy is 45.06% and female literacy is 28.13%.