Garhkeshna
Garhkeshna is a village located in Majhgaon subdivision of Pashchimi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 37km away from district headquarter Majhgaon. Majhgaon is the sub-district headquarter of Garhkeshna village. As per 2009 stats, Baliaposi is the gram panchayat of Garhkeshna village.
Garhkeshna has its own place in the vibrant Pashchimi Singhbhum region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Garhkeshna
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garhkeshna is 378515. The village spans a total geographical area of 278 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 833214. Majhgaon is nearest town to Garhkeshna village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Garhkeshna
Below is a concise population overview of Garhkeshna as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 945 | 485 | 460 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 63 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 63 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 778 | 406 | 372 |
| Literate Population | 177 | 136 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 768 | 349 | 419 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Garhkeshna village:
- The total population of Garhkeshna village is around 945, including approximately 485 males and 460 females, with a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 118 children aged 0–6 years in Garhkeshna village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Garhkeshna village has 131 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 778 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Garhkeshna village is about 18.73%, with male literacy at 28.04% and female literacy at 8.91%.
- There are around 175 households in Garhkeshna village.
Connectivity of Garhkeshna
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garhkeshna. As per the 2011 stats, Garhkeshna had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Garhkeshna
Knowing the nearby villages of Garhkeshna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garhkeshna.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garhkeshna
- Where is Garhkeshna located?
- Garhkeshna village is situated in Majhgaon Subdivision, within the Pashchimi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garhkeshna?
- The Gram Panchayat of Garhkeshna is Baliaposi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Garhkeshna?
- The pincode of Garhkeshna is 833214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Garhkeshna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garhkeshna is 945, with 485 males and 460 females.
- How many households are there in Garhkeshna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garhkeshna village has a total of 175 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garhkeshna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garhkeshna is 18.73%. The male literacy rate is 28.04%, while the female literacy rate is 8.91%.