Gara Mara - Maheshpur, Pakur
Gara Mara is a village situated in the Maheshpur subdivision of Pakur district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshpur and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Pakur. Shriramgaria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gara Mara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gara Mara is 360821. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.65 hectares and falls under the 816106 pincode. Pakur is the nearest town.
Gara Mara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gara Mara
As per Census 2011, Gara Mara village has a total population of 462 people, consisting of 219 males and 243 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 1,109 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 125 literate and 337 illiterate residents. Additionally, 148 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gara Mara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 462 | 219 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 41 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 148 | 73 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 59 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 337 | 160 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Gara Mara
Gara Mara 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 Gara Mara
Gara Mara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Pakur to Gara Mara is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gara Mara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gara Mara 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 Gara Mara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gara Mara 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Gara Mara
Where is Gara Mara located?
Gara Mara village is located in Maheshpur Subdivision, Pakur district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gara Mara?
The Gram Panchayat of Gara Mara is Shriramgaria.
What is the pincode of Gara Mara?
The pincode of Gara Mara is 816106.
What is the population of Gara Mara?
Gara Mara has a total population of 462, including 219 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Gara Mara?
There are 96 households in Gara Mara.
What is the literacy rate in Gara Mara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gara Mara is 27.06%. Male literacy is 26.94% and female literacy is 27.16%.