Ghatahua Kalan - Kandi, Garhwa
Ghatahua Kalan is a village situated in the Kandi subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kandi and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Garhwa. Ghatahua Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghatahua Kalan is 347242. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.55 hectares and falls under the 822120 pincode.
Ghatahua Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bishrampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palamau Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghatahua Kalan
As per Census 2011, Ghatahua Kalan village has a total population of 1,499 people, consisting of 771 males and 728 females. The village has 271 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 233 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 829 literate and 670 illiterate residents. Additionally, 623 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghatahua Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,499 | 771 | 728 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 110 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 623 | 324 | 299 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 829 | 513 | 316 |
| Illiterate Population | 670 | 258 | 412 |
Nearby Villages of Ghatahua Kalan
Ghatahua Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hundraha | South | 0.53 km |
| Basu Khap | South | 0.74 km |
| Raja Ghatahua | North | 0.87 km |
| Kirya | South-West | 1.21 km |
| Lamari Khurd | North-West | 1.64 km |
| Kusha | South-East | 1.97 km |
| Teliabandh | East | 2.21 km |
| Lamari Kalan | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Sabua | South | 2.24 km |
| Dema | North-East | 2.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghatahua Kalan
Ghatahua Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Satbahini, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 119.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Garhwa to Ghatahua Kalan is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghatahua Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghatahua Kalan 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 Ghatahua Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghatahua Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghatahua Kalan
Where is Ghatahua Kalan located?
Ghatahua Kalan village is located in Kandi Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghatahua Kalan?
Ghatahua Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghatahua Kalan?
The pincode of Ghatahua Kalan is 822120.
What is the population of Ghatahua Kalan?
Ghatahua Kalan has a total population of 1,499, including 771 males and 728 females.
How many households are there in Ghatahua Kalan?
There are 271 households in Ghatahua Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Ghatahua Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghatahua Kalan is 55.30%. Male literacy is 66.54% and female literacy is 43.41%.