Garhwa Town Information

Garhwa is a town and municipality located in Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India. It is surrounded by the states of Uttar Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Bihar. Garhwa district is Subdivision of Palamau district consisting of 8 Blocks was separated from Palamau district as an independent district "Garhwa" with effect from 1 April 1991. Garhwa Jila is surrounded by river Danro which is major source of surface water and a tributary of the North Koel River, which joins to the Ganga River Basin.

Garhwa Town Information

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Name of 20 Blocks of Garhwa District

1. Nagar-Untari 2. Bhawanathpur 3. Meral 4. Ramna 5. Bardiha 6. Bhandaria 7. Chinia 8. Ranka 9. Ramkanda 10. Dhurki 11. Bishunpura 12. Manjhiaon 13. Kandi 14. Kharaundhi 15. Danda 16. Dandai 17. Bargarh 18. Ketar 19. Sagma 20. Garhwa_Sadar

Climate in Garhwa

Summer (March to June): Summers in Garhwa town are hot and dry, with temperature rising above 40°C during the peak months of May and June.

Monsoon (July to September): In Garhwa town, monsoon season have more relief from the heat and heavy rains from July to September.

Winter (October to February): Winters in Garhwa Jila, are mild and pleasant with temperatures ranging from 7°C to 25°C.

Important Points of Garhwa

Geo Location

24.11°N 83.81°E

Population

46059

Area

4,044 km2 (1,561 sq mi)

STD Code

6561

Nearest Airport

Birsa Munda Airport, Ranchi

Languages

Hindi & Bhojpuri

                                                                    Source - wikipedia

Tourist Destinations in Garhwa

1. Ranka Garh Fort - Ranka Garh Fort, also known as Ranka Raj Mahal, is situated in the ranka, Garhwa. It was constructed during the medieval era and served as a stronghold for the rulers of the region. Nearest railway station is Ranka.

2.Guru Sindhu Waterfall - A hidden gem in Jharkhand. This waterfall placed on Kanhar River, marking the border between Jharkhand and Chhatisgarh. Situated in Chinia block, Garhwa District. Which is about 62 Km from Garhwa Railway Station.

3. Annaraj Valley -  one of the best torist place in Garhwa. Which is about 15 Km from Garhwa Railway station.

4. Parasdih Waterfalls - Parasdih Falls is a popular tourist attraction in Garhwa, which includes Shivanasamudra Falls, Vasudhara Falls, Bogatha Waterfall and Athirappilly Falls.


Temples in Garhwa

TemplesLocation
Jai Maa Garhdevi MandirGardevi Raod Garhwa
Hanuman Mandirmain Road Garhwa
Barham BabaSemri Khurd
Banshidhar TempleBansidhar Rd, Nagar
DEVI DHAMSahijana Garhwa
Bihari MandirGardevi Raod Garhwa
Raja PahadiNagar Utari

Distance from Cities

CitiesDistance From Garhwa
Delhi984 Km
Ranchi215 Km
Kolkata622 Km
Daltonganj37 Km
Ambikapur160 Km
Varanasi225 Km

Transport in Garhwa

Bus:

Garhwa Bus stand is situated near railway station of Garhwa town (about- 1 km). Bus available from garhwa bus stand is of Ambikapur, Ranchi, Patna, Varanasi, Daltonganj and other nearby cities.

Rail:

There are 2 major railway station in Garhwa. First is Garwa road junction station which connect Kolkata, Delhi, Ranchi other cities. And second station is Garhwa town railway station which connect Uttar Pradesh & Madhya Pradesh.  

Air:

Airport is not available in Garhwa District. Nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, Ranchi.

FAQs

1. What is Name of Railway station in Garhwa?

There are 2 major railway station in Garhwa. First is Garwa road junction station which connect Kolkata, Delhi, Ranchi other cities. And second station is Garhwa town railway station which connect Uttar Pradesh & Madhya Pradesh.  

2. What is Pin Code of Garhwa?

PIN code of Garhwa is 822114

3. Garhwa is border of which state?

Garhwa district in Jharkhand is bordered by Uttar Pradesh in west, Chhattisgarh in south & Bihar.

4. Is airport available in Garhwa, Jharkhand?

No, there is no airport in Garhwa Jharkhand. Nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, Ranchi.

5. Which is the sex ratio of Garhwa District?

According to 2011 census, Garhwa district has sex ratio is 935 (females per males) and population density in the district is (323 persons per sq kms). In 2020 number of birth in Garhwa districts was 41,776 out of which 21655 were males & 20,122 were females.

6. What are the literacy rate of Garhwa?

As per 2011 Census, literacy rate was 63.33% including 72.19% Males & 47.85% are females.

7. Is Vananchal Dental College and Hospital, Garhwa good?

Vananchal Dental College and Hospital in Garhwa, Jharkhand is a well-known dental college and hospital that offers high-quality dental services. The college is recognized by the Dental Council of India & Government of India. Vananchal Dental College has a library, cafeteria, sports complex, gym, auditorium, labs, and separate hostels for boys and girls.

Garhwa District Pin Code List

Garhwa Blocks Pincode ListDistrictStatePincode
Nagar-UntariGarhwaJharkhand822121
BhawanathpurGarhwaJharkhand822112
MeralGarhwaJharkhand822133
RamnaGarhwaJharkhand822128
BardihaGarhwaJharkhand822134
BhandariaGarhwaJharkhand822125
ChiniaGarhwaJharkhand822114
RankaGarhwaJharkhand822125
RamkandaGarhwaJharkhand822125
DhurkiGarhwaJharkhand822121
BishunpuraGarhwaJharkhand822129
ManjhiaonGarhwaJharkhand822114
KandiGarhwaJharkhand822112
KharaundhiGarhwaJharkhand822112
DandaGarhwaJharkhand822124
DandaiGarhwaJharkhand822133
BargarhGarhwaJharkhand822125
KetarGarhwaJharkhand822112
SagmaGarhwaJharkhand822121

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