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 Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Gara Mara
According to the 2011 Census, Gara Mara village had a total population of 462 people, including 219 males and 243 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 1,110 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.47%, with male literacy at 33.15% and female literacy at 31.88%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 148.
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 | 462 | 219 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 41 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 462, including 219 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Gara Mara?
Gara Mara had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gara Mara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gara Mara was 32.47%. Male literacy was 33.15% and female literacy was 31.88%.