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
As per Census 2011, Garea village has a total population of 1,037 people, consisting of 544 males and 493 females. The village has 150 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 228 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 508 literate and 529 illiterate residents. Additionally, 112 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garea are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,037 | 544 | 493 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 122 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 62 | 50 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,037, including 544 males and 493 females.
How many households are there in Garea?
There are 150 households in Garea.
What is the literacy rate in Garea?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garea is 48.99%. Male literacy is 61.21% and female literacy is 35.50%.