Garbandh - Nagaruntari, Garhwa
Garbandh is a village situated in the Nagaruntari subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagaruntari and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Garhwa. Garbandh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garbandh is 347443. The village covers a total geographical area of 1989 hectares and falls under the 822121 pincode.
Garbandh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garbandh
As per Census 2011, Garbandh village has a total population of 6,154 people, consisting of 3,198 males and 2,956 females. The village has 1,045 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,391 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,046 literate and 4,108 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,664 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,982 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garbandh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,154 | 3,198 | 2,956 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,391 | 708 | 683 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,664 | 858 | 806 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,982 | 1,551 | 1,431 |
| Literate Population | 2,046 | 1,305 | 741 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,108 | 1,893 | 2,215 |
Nearby Villages of Garbandh
Garbandh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baraitanr | South-East | 2.68 km |
| Rohinian | North | 3.91 km |
| Deikhoh | South | 4.39 km |
| Doomar | West | 4.63 km |
| Pindaria | South | 5.25 km |
| Alkar | South-East | 5.30 km |
| Bansani | North-East | 5.37 km |
| Hulhula Khurd | South | 5.91 km |
| Amrora | North | 6.04 km |
| Hulhula Kalan | South | 6.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garbandh
Public transport in the Garbandh is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Nagar Untari, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 112.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Garhwa to Garbandh 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 Garbandh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garbandh 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 Garbandh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garbandh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Garbandh
Where is Garbandh located?
Garbandh village is located in Nagaruntari Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garbandh?
Garbandh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garbandh?
The pincode of Garbandh is 822121.
What is the population of Garbandh?
Garbandh has a total population of 6,154, including 3,198 males and 2,956 females.
How many households are there in Garbandh?
There are 1,045 households in Garbandh.
What is the literacy rate in Garbandh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garbandh is 33.25%. Male literacy is 40.81% and female literacy is 25.07%.