Garia - Taljhari, Sahebganj
Garia is a village situated in the Taljhari subdivision of Sahebganj district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 28 km from Taljhari and around 58 km from Sahibganj. Salgachhi Santhali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garia is 359029. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.71 hectares and falls under the 816129 pincode.
Garia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Garia
According to the 2011 Census, Garia village had a total population of 62 people, including 37 males and 25 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 676 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.00%, with male literacy at 76.00% and female literacy at 40.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 62.
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 | 62 | 37 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 12 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 37 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 19 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 18 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Garia
Garia 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 Garia
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Garia.
| 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 Garia is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garia 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 Garia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garia 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 Garia
Where is Garia located?
Garia village is located in Taljhari Subdivision, Sahebganj district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garia?
The Gram Panchayat of Garia is Salgachhi Santhali.
What is the pincode of Garia?
The pincode of Garia is 816129.
What is the population of Garia?
Garia had a total population of 62, including 37 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Garia?
Garia had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garia was 60.00%. Male literacy was 76.00% and female literacy was 40.00%.