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.
Here you can discover what makes Garhkeshna unique in its vibrant Majhgaon-Pashchimi Singhbhum region. You’ll see Garhkeshna’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Garhkeshna
Population of Garhkeshna
According to the 2011 Census, Garhkeshna has a total population of about 945, with approximately 485 males and 460 females. The sex ratio is around 948 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 118 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 131 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 778. The overall literacy rate is approximately 18.73%, with male literacy at about 28.04% and female literacy near 8.91%. There are around 175 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Garhkeshna's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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%.