Baherwa Tola - Garu, Latehar
Baherwa Tola is a village situated in the Garu subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garu and around 104 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Karwai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baherwa Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baherwa Tola is 367163. The village covers a total geographical area of 182 hectares and falls under the 829204 pincode.
Baherwa Tola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baherwa Tola
According to the 2011 Census, Baherwa Tola village had a total population of 255 people, including 124 males and 131 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 1,056 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.93%, with male literacy at 45.98% and female literacy at 28.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 253.
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 | 255 | 124 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 37 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 253 | 123 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 40 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 190 | 84 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Baherwa Tola
Baherwa Tola is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Daldalia | West | 1.29 km |
| Karwai | North-East | 1.31 km |
| Hethtola | South-East | 1.65 km |
| Lohargara | South | 2.50 km |
| Luhurtanr | West | 2.61 km |
| Goendi | South | 2.90 km |
| Kui | South-East | 3.10 km |
| Dhangar Tola | West | 3.40 km |
| Korwatola | East | 3.44 km |
| Samodh Tola | West | 3.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Baherwa Tola
Baherwa Tola is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Hehegara Halt (e), while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.6 km.
| 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 Latehar to Baherwa Tola is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baherwa Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baherwa Tola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Baherwa Tola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baherwa Tola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Baherwa Tola
Where is Baherwa Tola located?
Baherwa Tola village is located in Garu Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baherwa Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Baherwa Tola is Karwai.
What is the pincode of Baherwa Tola?
The pincode of Baherwa Tola is 829204.
What is the population of Baherwa Tola?
Baherwa Tola had a total population of 255, including 124 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Baherwa Tola?
Baherwa Tola had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baherwa Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baherwa Tola was 36.93%. Male literacy was 45.98% and female literacy was 28.09%.