Garyabhita - Para, Purulia
Garyabhita is a village situated in the Para subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 21.3 km from Para and around 19.3 km from Purulia. Nadihasurulia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garyabhita village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garyabhita is 330037. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.28 hectares and falls under the 723126 pincode. Purulia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Garyabhita village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Garyabhita
According to the 2011 Census, Garyabhita village had a total population of 152 people, including 76 males and 76 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.96%, with male literacy at 98.53% and female literacy at 67.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 152 | 76 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 67 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 9 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Garyabhita
Garyabhita 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kaluhar | South-East | 1.44 km |
| Ganahar | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Sarulya | North-East | 1.90 km |
| Hatimara | West | 2.26 km |
| Ramkrishnapur Alias Nutandi | East | 2.86 km |
| Rautara | North | 2.93 km |
| Chitadi | North | 3.73 km |
| Panruka | North-East | 4.12 km |
| Chalka | North-East | 4.19 km |
| Panara | North | 4.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garyabhita
Garyabhita is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chharra, while the nearest airport is Bokaro Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purulia to Garyabhita is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Garyabhita is about 19.3 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garyabhita
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garyabhita village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Garyabhita
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garyabhita 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Garyabhita
Where is Garyabhita located?
Garyabhita village is located in Para Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garyabhita?
The Gram Panchayat of Garyabhita is Nadihasurulia.
What is the pincode of Garyabhita?
The pincode of Garyabhita is 723126.
What is the population of Garyabhita?
Garyabhita had a total population of 152, including 76 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Garyabhita?
Garyabhita had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garyabhita?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garyabhita was 82.96%. Male literacy was 98.53% and female literacy was 67.16%.