Garberia - Garbeta - I, Paschim Medinipur
Garberia is a village situated in the Garbeta - I subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Sandhipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garberia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garberia is 337111. The village covers a total geographical area of 22.93 hectares and falls under the 721121 pincode. Chandrakona is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Garberia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garberia
According to the 2011 Census, Garberia village had a total population of 376 people, including 203 males and 173 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 852 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.62%, with male literacy at 94.01% and female literacy at 91.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 376 | 203 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 36 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 301 | 157 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 46 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Garberia
Garberia 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 Garberia
Garberia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Chandrakona to Garberia is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garberia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garberia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garberia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garberia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garberia
Where is Garberia located?
Garberia village is located in Garbeta - I Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garberia?
The Gram Panchayat of Garberia is Sandhipur.
What is the pincode of Garberia?
The pincode of Garberia is 721121.
What is the population of Garberia?
Garberia had a total population of 376, including 203 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Garberia?
Garberia had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garberia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garberia was 92.62%. Male literacy was 94.01% and female literacy was 91.14%.