Garhi - Deori, Giridih
Garhi is a village situated in the Deori subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deori and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Ghaskaridih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhi is 350592. The village covers a total geographical area of 227 hectares and falls under the 815314 pincode.
Garhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Garhi
According to the 2011 Census, Garhi village had a total population of 524 people, including 268 males and 256 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.76%, with male literacy at 71.16% and female literacy at 40.64%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 509.
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 | 524 | 268 | 256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 53 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 509 | 260 | 249 |
| Literate Population | 242 | 153 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 115 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Garhi
Garhi 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 Garhi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Garhi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Garhi is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhi 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 Garhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhi 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 Garhi
Where is Garhi located?
Garhi village is located in Deori Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhi is Ghaskaridih.
What is the pincode of Garhi?
The pincode of Garhi is 815314.
What is the population of Garhi?
Garhi had a total population of 524, including 268 males and 256 females.
How many households are there in Garhi?
Garhi had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhi was 55.76%. Male literacy was 71.16% and female literacy was 40.64%.