Garjori - Kundhit, Jamtara
Garjori is a village situated in the Kundhit subdivision of Jamtara district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundhit and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jamtara. Garjori village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garjori is 373298. The village covers a total geographical area of 274.48 hectares and falls under the 815359 pincode.
Garjori village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Garjori
According to the 2011 Census, Garjori village had a total population of 1,173 people, including 604 males and 569 females, living in 261 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.81%, with male literacy at 85.40% and female literacy at 75.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 244, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 1,173 | 604 | 569 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 63 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 244 | 125 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 842 | 462 | 380 |
| Illiterate Population | 331 | 142 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Garjori
Garjori 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 Garjori
Garjori is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Garjori is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garjori
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garjori 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 Garjori
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garjori 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 Garjori
Where is Garjori located?
Garjori village is located in Kundhit Subdivision, Jamtara district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garjori?
Garjori is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garjori?
The pincode of Garjori is 815359.
What is the population of Garjori?
Garjori had a total population of 1,173, including 604 males and 569 females.
How many households are there in Garjori?
Garjori had 261 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garjori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garjori was 80.81%. Male literacy was 85.40% and female literacy was 75.85%.