Garadih - Barabazar, Purulia
Garadih is a village situated in the Barabazar subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 25.2 km from Barabazar and around 27.5 km from Purulia. Dhelatbamu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garadih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garadih is 331798. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.19 hectares and falls under the 723127 pincode. Puruliya is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Garadih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garadih
According to the 2011 Census, Garadih village had a total population of 142 people, including 70 males and 72 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.50%, with male literacy at 86.89% and female literacy at 47.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 142 | 70 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 53 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 17 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Garadih
Garadih 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 Garadih
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Garadih.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Puruliya to Garadih is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Garadih is about 27.5 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garadih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garadih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Garadih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garadih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garadih
Where is Garadih located?
Garadih village is located in Barabazar Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garadih?
The Gram Panchayat of Garadih is Dhelatbamu.
What is the pincode of Garadih?
The pincode of Garadih is 723127.
What is the population of Garadih?
Garadih had a total population of 142, including 70 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Garadih?
Garadih had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garadih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garadih was 67.50%. Male literacy was 86.89% and female literacy was 47.46%.