Garu - Garu, Latehar
Garu is a village situated in the Garu subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garu and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Dhangartola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garu is 367172. The village covers a total geographical area of 286 hectares and falls under the 822119 pincode.
Garu 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 Garu
As per Census 2011, Garu village has a total population of 362 people, consisting of 192 males and 170 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 210 literate and 152 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 242 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 362 | 192 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 41 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 242 | 126 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 122 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 70 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Garu
Garu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Samodh Tola | North-East | 1.23 km |
| Dhangar Tola | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Bhanwar Bandh | South | 2.23 km |
| Luhurtanr | East | 2.37 km |
| Surkumi | South-West | 3.29 km |
| Daldalia | East | 3.64 km |
| Ramru | North-West | 4.21 km |
| Ladi | North | 4.48 km |
| Lohargara | South-East | 4.66 km |
| Baherwa Tola | East | 4.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garu
Garu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hehegara Halt (e), while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Latehar to Garu is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Garu
Where is Garu located?
Garu village is located in Garu Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garu?
The Gram Panchayat of Garu is Dhangartola.
What is the pincode of Garu?
The pincode of Garu is 822119.
What is the population of Garu?
Garu has a total population of 362, including 192 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Garu?
There are 77 households in Garu.
What is the literacy rate in Garu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garu is 58.01%. Male literacy is 63.54% and female literacy is 51.76%.