Garhitanr - Deoghar
Garhitanr is a village situated in the Deoghar subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 28 km from Deoghar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Masanjora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garhitanr village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhitanr is 353167. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 814115 pincode. Deoghar is the nearest town.
Garhitanr village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madhupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Godda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garhitanr
According to the 2011 Census, Garhitanr village had a total population of 466 people, including 241 males and 225 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.69%, with male literacy at 90.73% and female literacy at 67.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 85.
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 | 466 | 241 | 225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 36 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 44 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 310 | 186 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 55 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Garhitanr
Garhitanr 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 Garhitanr
Garhitanr is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Garhitanr has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Deoghar to Garhitanr is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garhitanr
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhitanr 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 Garhitanr
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhitanr 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 Garhitanr
Where is Garhitanr located?
Garhitanr village is located in Deoghar Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garhitanr?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhitanr is Masanjora.
What is the pincode of Garhitanr?
The pincode of Garhitanr is 814115.
What is the population of Garhitanr?
Garhitanr had a total population of 466, including 241 males and 225 females.
How many households are there in Garhitanr?
Garhitanr had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garhitanr?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhitanr was 79.69%. Male literacy was 90.73% and female literacy was 67.39%.