Garhatand - Deori, Giridih
Garhatand is a village situated in the Deori subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deori and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Ghaskaridih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garhatand village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhatand is 350612. The village covers a total geographical area of 377 hectares and falls under the 815314 pincode.
Garhatand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Garhatand
According to the 2011 Census, Garhatand village had a total population of 633 people, including 357 males and 276 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 773 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.00%, with male literacy at 73.33% and female literacy at 34.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 122.
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 | 633 | 357 | 276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 57 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 60 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 293 | 220 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 340 | 137 | 203 |
Nearby Villages of Garhatand
Garhatand 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 Garhatand
Garhatand is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Garhatand is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garhatand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhatand 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 Garhatand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhatand village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garhatand
Where is Garhatand located?
Garhatand village is located in Deori Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garhatand?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhatand is Ghaskaridih.
What is the pincode of Garhatand?
The pincode of Garhatand is 815314.
What is the population of Garhatand?
Garhatand had a total population of 633, including 357 males and 276 females.
How many households are there in Garhatand?
Garhatand had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garhatand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhatand was 57.00%. Male literacy was 73.33% and female literacy was 34.11%.