Garh Burhni - Mahuadanr, Latehar
Garh Burhni is a village situated in the Mahuadanr subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuadanr and around 175 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Garbudhni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garh Burhni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garh Burhni is 367103. The village covers a total geographical area of 334 hectares and falls under the 822119 pincode.
Garh Burhni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya 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 Garh Burhni
According to the 2011 Census, Garh Burhni village had a total population of 955 people, including 453 males and 502 females, living in 156 households. The sex ratio was 1,108 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.14%, with male literacy at 79.89% and female literacy at 66.99%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 786.
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 | 955 | 453 | 502 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 75 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 786 | 369 | 417 |
| Literate Population | 580 | 302 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 151 | 224 |
Nearby Villages of Garh Burhni
Garh Burhni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aunratoli Alias Khapartola | North-West | 1.92 km |
| Danrkapu | South | 2.12 km |
| Beltoli | South-West | 2.29 km |
| Barahi | North-East | 2.49 km |
| Baheratoli | West | 2.64 km |
| Kawarki | South-East | 3.21 km |
| Parhatoli | South | 3.21 km |
| Rajdanda | West | 3.57 km |
| Harinaghura Alias Birgotoli | North-West | 3.68 km |
| Karkat | East | 3.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garh Burhni
Garh Burhni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Latehar to Garh Burhni is about 175 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garh Burhni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garh Burhni 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Garh Burhni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garh Burhni 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Garh Burhni
Where is Garh Burhni located?
Garh Burhni village is located in Mahuadanr Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garh Burhni?
The Gram Panchayat of Garh Burhni is Garbudhni.
What is the pincode of Garh Burhni?
The pincode of Garh Burhni is 822119.
What is the population of Garh Burhni?
Garh Burhni had a total population of 955, including 453 males and 502 females.
How many households are there in Garh Burhni?
Garh Burhni had 156 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garh Burhni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garh Burhni was 73.14%. Male literacy was 79.89% and female literacy was 66.99%.