Dhera Garia - Gopiballavpur - II, Jhargram
Dhera Garia is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Tapshia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhera Garia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhera Garia is 340445. The village covers a total geographical area of 111.78 hectares and falls under the 721517 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Dhera Garia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopiballavpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhera Garia
As per Census 2011, Dhera Garia village has a total population of 378 people, consisting of 194 males and 184 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 261 literate and 117 illiterate residents. Additionally, 112 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 74 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhera Garia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 378 | 194 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 55 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 261 | 147 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 47 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Dhera Garia
Dhera 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 Dhera Garia
Dhera Garia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Dhera Garia is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhera Garia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhera Garia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dhera 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 Dhera Garia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhera Garia
Where is Dhera Garia located?
Dhera Garia village is located in Gopiballavpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhera Garia?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhera Garia is Tapshia.
What is the pincode of Dhera Garia?
The pincode of Dhera Garia is 721517.
What is the population of Dhera Garia?
Dhera Garia has a total population of 378, including 194 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Dhera Garia?
There are 79 households in Dhera Garia.
What is the literacy rate in Dhera Garia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhera Garia is 69.05%. Male literacy is 75.77% and female literacy is 61.96%.