Garerpahar - Sagardighi, Murshidabad
Garerpahar is a village situated in the Sagardighi subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. Barala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garerpahar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garerpahar is 314360. The village covers a total geographical area of 120.46 hectares and falls under the 742122 pincode. Berahampur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Garerpahar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Garerpahar
According to the 2011 Census, Garerpahar village had a total population of 180 people, including 88 males and 92 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 1,045 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.87%, with male literacy at 64.56% and female literacy at 57.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 162, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 18.
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 | 180 | 88 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 162 | 80 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 51 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 37 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Garerpahar
Garerpahar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saundighi | South-East | 0.98 km |
| Binodbati | West | 1.02 km |
| Tagarpur | North | 1.07 km |
| Krishnapur | South | 1.19 km |
| Hosenpur | North | 1.41 km |
| Narasinghapur | West | 1.58 km |
| Rambhadrapur | South-East | 1.62 km |
| Math Tagarpur | North | 1.62 km |
| Barala | North-East | 1.67 km |
| Ballabhbati | South-West | 1.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garerpahar
Garerpahar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sagardighi, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Berahampur to Garerpahar is about 30 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 Garerpahar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garerpahar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garerpahar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garerpahar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garerpahar
Where is Garerpahar located?
Garerpahar village is located in Sagardighi Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garerpahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Garerpahar is Barala.
What is the pincode of Garerpahar?
The pincode of Garerpahar is 742122.
What is the population of Garerpahar?
Garerpahar had a total population of 180, including 88 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Garerpahar?
Garerpahar had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garerpahar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garerpahar was 60.87%. Male literacy was 64.56% and female literacy was 57.32%.