Garhauta - Meral (Pipra Kalan), Garhwa
Garhauta is a village situated in the Meral (Pipra Kalan) subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meral and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Garhwa. Biktam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garhauta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhauta is 347668. The village covers a total geographical area of 113 hectares and falls under the 822133 pincode. Garhwa is the nearest town.
Garhauta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garhauta
According to the 2011 Census, Garhauta village had a total population of 97 people, including 52 males and 45 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 865 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.89%, with male literacy at 82.61% and female literacy at 54.55%.
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 | 97 | 52 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 38 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 14 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Garhauta
Garhauta 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 Garhauta
Public transport in the Garhauta is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Garhauta.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Garhauta is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garhauta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhauta 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garhauta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhauta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Garhauta
Where is Garhauta located?
Garhauta village is located in Meral (Pipra Kalan) Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garhauta?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhauta is Biktam.
What is the pincode of Garhauta?
The pincode of Garhauta is 822133.
What is the population of Garhauta?
Garhauta had a total population of 97, including 52 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Garhauta?
Garhauta had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garhauta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhauta was 68.89%. Male literacy was 82.61% and female literacy was 54.55%.