Garapathar - Masalia, Dumka
Garapathar is a village situated in the Masalia subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Masalia and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Baradumaria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garapathar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garapathar is 371983. The village covers a total geographical area of 304.8 hectares and falls under the 814119 pincode.
Garapathar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garapathar
According to the 2011 Census, Garapathar village had a total population of 776 people, including 402 males and 374 females, living in 171 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.13%, with male literacy at 77.23% and female literacy at 48.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 300.
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 | 776 | 402 | 374 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 77 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 300 | 150 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 399 | 251 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 377 | 151 | 226 |
Nearby Villages of Garapathar
Garapathar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jawanbank | North-East | 1.41 km |
| Kapsio | South-West | 1.60 km |
| Ghormundani | South-East | 1.60 km |
| Asna | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Tumabel | North-East | 2.20 km |
| Bhoktadih | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Simla | East | 2.48 km |
| Patharghatia | North | 2.63 km |
| Naujora | East | 2.71 km |
| Baramasia | South-West | 2.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garapathar
Public transport in the Garapathar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Basukinath, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Garapathar is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garapathar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garapathar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garapathar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garapathar 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 Garapathar
Where is Garapathar located?
Garapathar village is located in Masalia Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garapathar?
The Gram Panchayat of Garapathar is Baradumaria.
What is the pincode of Garapathar?
The pincode of Garapathar is 814119.
What is the population of Garapathar?
Garapathar had a total population of 776, including 402 males and 374 females.
How many households are there in Garapathar?
Garapathar had 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garapathar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garapathar was 63.13%. Male literacy was 77.23% and female literacy was 48.21%.