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 Mukhiya 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
According to the 2011 Census, Garapathar village had a total population of 268 people, including 125 males and 143 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,144 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.04%, with male literacy at 86.24% and female literacy at 63.49%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 31.
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 | 268 | 125 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 268, including 125 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Garapathar?
Garapathar had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garapathar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garapathar was 74.04%. Male literacy was 86.24% and female literacy was 63.49%.