Garka - Pathargama, Godda
Garka is a village situated in the Pathargama subdivision of Godda district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pathargama and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Godda. Wishaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garka is 356994. The village covers a total geographical area of 20 hectares and falls under the 814147 pincode.
Garka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Garka
According to the 2011 Census, Garka village had a total population of 172 people, including 86 males and 86 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.27%, with male literacy at 88.46% and female literacy at 65.79%.
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 | 172 | 86 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 69 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 17 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Garka
Garka 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 Garka
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Garka. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Garka.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Godda to Garka is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garka 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 Garka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garka
Where is Garka located?
Garka village is located in Pathargama Subdivision, Godda district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garka?
The Gram Panchayat of Garka is Wishaha.
What is the pincode of Garka?
The pincode of Garka is 814147.
What is the population of Garka?
Garka had a total population of 172, including 86 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Garka?
Garka had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garka was 77.27%. Male literacy was 88.46% and female literacy was 65.79%.