Garapathar
Garapathar is a village located in Masalia subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 48km away from sub-district headquarter Masalia (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Baradumaria is the gram panchayat of Garapathar village.
Garapathar has its own place in the vibrant Dumka region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Garapathar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garapathar is 371983. The village spans a total geographical area of 304.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814146. Masalia is nearest town to Garapathar village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Garapathar
Below is a concise population overview of Garapathar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 776 | 402 | 374 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 77 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 300 | 150 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 399 | 251 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 377 | 151 | 226 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Garapathar village:
- The total population of Garapathar village is around 776, including approximately 402 males and 374 females, with a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 144 children aged 0–6 years in Garapathar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Garapathar village has 300 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Garapathar village is about 51.42%, with male literacy at 62.44% and female literacy at 39.57%.
- There are around 171 households in Garapathar village.
Connectivity of Garapathar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garapathar. As per the 2011 stats, Garapathar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Garapathar
Knowing the nearby villages of Garapathar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garapathar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garapathar
- Where is Garapathar located?
- Garapathar village is situated in Masalia Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garapathar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Garapathar is Baradumaria (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Garapathar?
- The pincode of Garapathar is 814146, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Garapathar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garapathar is 776, with 402 males and 374 females.
- How many households are there in Garapathar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garapathar village has a total of 171 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garapathar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garapathar is 51.42%. The male literacy rate is 62.44%, while the female literacy rate is 39.57%.