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.

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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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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)
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%.