Garapathar - Jamtara
Garapathar is a village situated in the Jamtara subdivision of Jamtara district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Jamtara, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Ranidih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garapathar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garapathar is 372713. The village covers a total geographical area of 136.58 hectares and falls under the 815354 pincode.
Garapathar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamtara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dumka Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garapathar
As per Census 2011, Garapathar village has a total population of 268 people, consisting of 125 males and 143 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 1,144 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 174 literate and 94 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garapathar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 268 | 125 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 94 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 31 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Garapathar
Garapathar 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 Garapathar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Garapathar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jamtara to Garapathar is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garapathar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garapathar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garapathar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garapathar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garapathar
Where is Garapathar located?
Garapathar village is located in Jamtara Subdivision, Jamtara district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garapathar?
The Gram Panchayat of Garapathar is Ranidih.
What is the pincode of Garapathar?
The pincode of Garapathar is 815354.
What is the population of Garapathar?
Garapathar has a total population of 268, including 125 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Garapathar?
There are 46 households in Garapathar.
What is the literacy rate in Garapathar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garapathar is 64.93%. Male literacy is 75.20% and female literacy is 55.94%.