Garea - Suriya, Giridih
Garea is a village situated in the Suriya subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from Sariya and around 50 km from Giridih. Pawapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garea village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garea is 352529. The village covers a total geographical area of 469.9 hectares and falls under the 825320 pincode. Ranchi is the nearest town.
Garea village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garea
According to the 2011 Census, Garea village had a total population of 1,037 people, including 544 males and 493 females, living in 150 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.79%, with male literacy at 78.91% and female literacy at 45.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 112.
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 | 1,037 | 544 | 493 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 122 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 62 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 508 | 333 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 529 | 211 | 318 |
Nearby Villages of Garea
Garea 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dewradih | West | 1.83 km |
| Dhawaiya | South | 2.01 km |
| Pawapur | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Pipradih | South-East | 2.27 km |
| Dhobari | East | 2.67 km |
| Chichaki | South-East | 2.75 km |
| Karamba | South-West | 2.91 km |
| Sirisdiha | South | 3.35 km |
| Padaria | South-West | 3.89 km |
| Banpura | South-West | 3.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garea
Garea is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Garea Bihar, while the nearest airport is Bokaro Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
Banking and Postal Services in Garea
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garea 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 Garea
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garea village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garea
Where is Garea located?
Garea village is located in Suriya Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garea?
The Gram Panchayat of Garea is Pawapur.
What is the pincode of Garea?
The pincode of Garea is 825320.
What is the population of Garea?
Garea had a total population of 1,037, including 544 males and 493 females.
How many households are there in Garea?
Garea had 150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garea?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garea was 62.79%. Male literacy was 78.91% and female literacy was 45.22%.