Garadih - Sonahatu, Ranchi
Garadih is a village situated in the Sonahatu subdivision of Ranchi district, Jharkhand. Baruhatu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garadih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garadih is 373949. The village covers a total geographical area of 416 hectares and falls under the 834001 pincode.
Garadih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Garadih
According to the 2011 Census, Garadih village had a total population of 1,181 people, including 614 males and 567 females, living in 284 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.12%, with male literacy at 83.07% and female literacy at 46.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 579.
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 | 1,181 | 614 | 567 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 100 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 579 | 297 | 282 |
| Literate Population | 661 | 427 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 520 | 187 | 333 |
Nearby Villages of Garadih
Garadih is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarmali | West | 1.21 km |
| Rangadih | North | 1.87 km |
| Jamdih | South-East | 1.92 km |
| Harin | East | 2.38 km |
| Dimbujarda | South | 2.39 km |
| Gomeadih | South-West | 2.50 km |
| Sonahatu | North-West | 2.75 km |
| Saelband | North | 2.75 km |
| Birgamdih | North-East | 2.78 km |
| Daruara | South-West | 2.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garadih
Garadih is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Torang, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.6 km.
| 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 Ranchi to Garadih is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garadih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garadih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garadih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garadih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Garadih
Where is Garadih located?
Garadih village is located in Sonahatu Subdivision, Ranchi district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garadih?
The Gram Panchayat of Garadih is Baruhatu.
What is the pincode of Garadih?
The pincode of Garadih is 834001.
What is the population of Garadih?
Garadih had a total population of 1,181, including 614 males and 567 females.
How many households are there in Garadih?
Garadih had 284 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garadih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garadih was 65.12%. Male literacy was 83.07% and female literacy was 46.71%.