Garwa - Padma, Hazaribagh
Garwa is a village situated in the Padma subdivision of Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padma and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Hazaribagh. Kutipisi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garwa is 368020. The village covers a total geographical area of 144.52 hectares and falls under the 825411 pincode.
Garwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garwa
According to the 2011 Census, Garwa village had a total population of 1,153 people, including 605 males and 548 females, living in 182 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.06%, with male literacy at 84.40% and female literacy at 56.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 326.
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 | 1,153 | 605 | 548 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 105 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 326 | 167 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 680 | 422 | 258 |
| Illiterate Population | 473 | 183 | 290 |
Nearby Villages of Garwa
Garwa 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 Garwa
Garwa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. Garwa has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hazaribagh to Garwa is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garwa 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 Garwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garwa
Where is Garwa located?
Garwa village is located in Padma Subdivision, Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Garwa is Kutipisi.
What is the pincode of Garwa?
The pincode of Garwa is 825411.
What is the population of Garwa?
Garwa had a total population of 1,153, including 605 males and 548 females.
How many households are there in Garwa?
Garwa had 182 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garwa was 71.06%. Male literacy was 84.40% and female literacy was 56.46%.