Garaphuli - Barhait, Sahebganj
Garaphuli is a village situated in the Barhait subdivision of Sahebganj district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 18 km from Barhait and around 68 km from Sahibganj. Chhuchhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garaphuli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garaphuli is 358683. The village covers a total geographical area of 108 hectares and falls under the 816129 pincode.
Garaphuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Garaphuli
According to the 2011 Census, Garaphuli village had a total population of 147 people, including 74 males and 73 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.71%, with male literacy at 40.00% and female literacy at 31.58%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 147.
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 | 147 | 74 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 147 | 74 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 52 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Garaphuli
Garaphuli 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 Garaphuli
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Garaphuli.
| 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 Sahibganj to Garaphuli is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garaphuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garaphuli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Garaphuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garaphuli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garaphuli
Where is Garaphuli located?
Garaphuli village is located in Barhait Subdivision, Sahebganj district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garaphuli?
The Gram Panchayat of Garaphuli is Chhuchhi.
What is the pincode of Garaphuli?
The pincode of Garaphuli is 816129.
What is the population of Garaphuli?
Garaphuli had a total population of 147, including 74 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Garaphuli?
Garaphuli had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garaphuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garaphuli was 35.71%. Male literacy was 40.00% and female literacy was 31.58%.