Village code 363802

Gargaon Village, Potka Block: Map, PIN Code and Population

Gargaon is a village in Potka Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Purbi Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Gargaon village map in Jharkhand
Gargaon village map image for Potka Block, Jharkhand.

Village Overview

Gargaon is a village in Potka Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Purbi Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. For Gargaon, the population is 1,327, PIN code is 831002 and Census village code is 363802. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

Important note

Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Gargaon village
Village code363802
PIN code831002
Population1,327
Households304
Area298.54 ha / 2.99 sq. km / 738 acres
Population density444 people per sq. km
Sex ratio995 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townJugsalai (38 km)
Current stateJharkhand
Census 2011 stateJharkhand
Current districtPurbi Singhbhum
Census 2011 districtPurbi Singhbhum

Postal and PIN Code Details

The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 831002. This helps users verify the postal area for Gargaon, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.

Postal details for Gargaon village
PIN code831002
Post offices linked with this PINTatanagar SO, Bagbera BO, Dudra BO, Ghaghidih BO, Haludbani BO, and Harhargutu BO
Best matching post officeTatanagar SO (Post office)
Delivery office records11
Postal districtEast Singhbum and Saraikela Kharsawan
Postal stateJharkhand
Postal divisionSinghbhum Division
Postal circleJharkhand Circle
SourceIndia Post Postal Index Number code reference data

Location and Administration

Gargaon comes under Gwalkay gram panchayat and Potka C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Potka Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The block headquarters is Potka at Not reported. The Census district headquarters, Jamshedpur, is 40 km away.

Administrative details for Gargaon
Current stateJharkhand
Census 2011 stateJharkhand
Current districtPurbi Singhbhum
Census 2011 districtPurbi Singhbhum
State code20
District code357
Block / Census sub-district code2608
C.D. Block code114
Block panchayat code114

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Gargaon village and its household count.

Total population

1,327 residents in 304 households

Male population

665

Female population

662

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: Not reported; Scheduled Tribes: 715

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government pre-primary school

Not available in village

Private pre-primary school

Not available in village

Government primary school

Available; count: 1

Private primary school

Not available in village

Middle school

Not available in village

Secondary school

Not available in village

Senior secondary school

Not available in village

Vocational / ITI training

Not available in village

Arts and science degree college

Not available in village

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Gargaon
ASHA workerAvailable

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Gargaon
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Private bus serviceNot available in village
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayNot available in village
State highwayNot available in village
Major district roadNot available in village
Black topped roadAvailable
All-weather roadAvailable
Post officeNot available in village
Village PIN code facilityNot available in village
Mobile phone coverageNot available in village
CSC / internet cafeNot available in village
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankNot available in village
Cooperative bankNot available in village
Agricultural credit societyNot available in village
PDS shopNot available in village
Mandi / regular marketAvailable
Weekly haatNot available in village
Self-help groupNot available in village
Anganwadi centreNot available in village
Assembly polling stationAvailable
Birth and death registration officeAvailable
Daily newspaper supplyNot available in village
Sports fieldNot available in village
Public libraryNot available in village
Public reading roomNot available in village

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Gargaon
Treated tap waterNot available in village
Untreated tap waterNot available in village
Hand pumpNot available in village
Tube wells / boreholesAvailable
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageAvailable
Total sanitation campaign coverageNot available in village
Domestic power supplyAvailable
Agriculture power supplyNot available in village
Commercial power supplyNot available in village
Summer domestic power9 hours per day
Winter domestic power5 hours per day

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Gargaon
Net area sown107.40 hectares
Forest area100.38 hectares
Current fallow land40.86 hectares
Other fallow land20.43 hectares
Main cropRice

Nearby Facility Clues

When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.

Nearest facility clues for Gargaon
Middle schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Jaydie, within 5 km.
Secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Manpur, 5-10 km away.
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Ghatshila, more than 10 km away.
Public bus serviceNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Post officeNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Commercial bankNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km.

How to Reach Gargaon

Jugsalai (38 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Potka is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Gargaon
Nearest major townJugsalai (38 km)
Block headquartersPotka
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Block, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Gargaon. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Gargaon
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 1
Uncovered WellAvailable
Tube Wells/BoreholeAvailable
River CanalAvailable
Tank Pond LakeAvailable
Open DrainageAvailable
Open Kuccha DrainageAvailable
Black Topped (Pucca) RoadAvailable
Gravel Kuchha RoadsAvailable
All Weather RoadAvailable
FoothpathAvailable
Mandis Regular MarketAvailable
ASHAAvailable
Sports Club Recreation CentreAvailable
Assembly Polling StationAvailable
Birth and Death Registration OfficeAvailable
Power Supply for Domestic UseAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

Use the village code, district, block, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Gargaon village located?

Gargaon is located in Potka Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Purbi Singhbhum.

Which Block is Gargaon in?

Gargaon is in Potka Block. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Gargaon in?

District: Purbi Singhbhum.

What is the village code of Gargaon?

The Census village code of Gargaon is 363802.

What is the PIN code of Gargaon?

The PIN code reported for Gargaon is 831002.

What is the population of Gargaon?

Gargaon has 1,327 residents in 304 households as per Census 2011.

Which gram panchayat is Gargaon part of?

Gargaon comes under Gwalkay gram panchayat.

Which is the nearest town to Gargaon?

The nearest statutory town to Gargaon is Jugsalai (38 km).

Which crops are grown in Gargaon?

The main crops reported for Gargaon are Rice.

What land-use details are available for Gargaon?

Land-use details for Gargaon include net area sown: 107.40 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Gargaon?

Government primary school status for Gargaon is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Gargaon?

Public bus service is not available in village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Gargaon?

Mobile phone coverage is not available in village.

What is the total area of Gargaon?

The total geographical area of Gargaon is 298.54 hectares.

How many households are in Gargaon?

Gargaon has 304 households as per Census 2011.

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