Path - Bhandaria, Garhwa
Path is a village situated in the Bhandaria subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhandaria Bhandaria and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Garhwa. Fakiradih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Path village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Path is 347972. The village covers a total geographical area of 786 hectares and falls under the 822125 pincode. Gadhwa is the nearest town.
Path village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daltonganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palamau Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Path
As per Census 2011, Path village has a total population of 1,062 people, consisting of 561 males and 501 females. The village has 220 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 205 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 502 literate and 560 illiterate residents. Additionally, 398 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 444 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Path are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,062 | 561 | 501 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 109 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 398 | 212 | 186 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 444 | 232 | 212 |
| Literate Population | 502 | 300 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 560 | 261 | 299 |
Nearby Villages of Path
Path 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chapalsi | East | 2.75 km |
| Mangrahi | West | 3.03 km |
| Fakiradih | North | 3.23 km |
| Man Jari | South-West | 4.01 km |
| Harta | East | 4.35 km |
| Baghi | North-East | 4.60 km |
| Raksi | North | 4.98 km |
| Dhelua | North | 5.40 km |
| Bijka | South | 5.47 km |
| Serka | East | 6.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Path
Path is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mangra, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 124.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Garhwa to Path is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Path
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Path 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 Path
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Path 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 Path
Where is Path located?
Path village is located in Bhandaria Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Path?
The Gram Panchayat of Path is Fakiradih.
What is the pincode of Path?
The pincode of Path is 822125.
What is the population of Path?
Path has a total population of 1,062, including 561 males and 501 females.
How many households are there in Path?
There are 220 households in Path.
What is the literacy rate in Path?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Path is 47.27%. Male literacy is 53.48% and female literacy is 40.32%.