Gardaha - Maheshpur, Pakur
Gardaha is a village situated in the Maheshpur subdivision of Pakur district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshpur and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Pakur. Arjundaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gardaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gardaha is 360819. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.43 hectares and falls under the 816106 pincode. Pakur is the nearest town.
Gardaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Gardaha
According to the 2011 Census, Gardaha village had a total population of 227 people, including 116 males and 111 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.11%, with male literacy at 56.84% and female literacy at 34.12%.
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 | 227 | 116 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 21 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 83 | 54 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 62 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Gardaha
Gardaha 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 Gardaha
Public transport in the Gardaha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gardaha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Pakur to Gardaha is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gardaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gardaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gardaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gardaha 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gardaha
Where is Gardaha located?
Gardaha village is located in Maheshpur Subdivision, Pakur district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gardaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Gardaha is Arjundaha.
What is the pincode of Gardaha?
The pincode of Gardaha is 816106.
What is the population of Gardaha?
Gardaha had a total population of 227, including 116 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Gardaha?
Gardaha had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gardaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gardaha was 46.11%. Male literacy was 56.84% and female literacy was 34.12%.