Tehsils in Garhwa District

Complete List of Sub-District Administrative Divisions in Garhwa, Jharkhand

20 Tehsils
1,730 Villages

About Tehsils in Garhwa District

Garhwa District in Jharkhand is divided into 20 tehsils (also known as tehsils, mandals, or subdivisions in different parts of India). These sub-district administrative divisions collectively cover approximately 1,730 villages and form the critical link between the district administration and grassroots communities.

Each tehsil in Garhwa District is headed by a Tahsildar (also called Tehsil Officer or Revenue Officer), who serves as the primary administrative authority at the sub-district level. The Tahsildar and their team are responsible for maintaining land records and property documentation, collecting land revenue and property taxes, issuing essential government certificates (income, caste, residence, nativity), processing property mutations and transfers, implementing government welfare schemes, conducting local elections and census operations, and serving as first-level magistrate for minor legal matters. The tehsil office (Taluk/Tehsil/Mandal office) is where citizens interact most frequently with the government for day-to-day administrative needs.

Understanding the tehsil structure of Garhwa District is essential for accessing local government services, identifying correct administrative jurisdictions, and navigating the bureaucratic system effectively. Below you'll find a complete list of all 20 tehsils in Garhwa District with their village coverage.

Terminology Note

In Jharkhand, these administrative divisions are officially called tehsils. The same administrative level is known as Taluks in South India, Tehsils in North India, Mandals in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, and Subdivisions in Eastern India. All terms refer to the same sub-district tier with similar administrative functions.

List of Tehsils in Garhwa District

# Tehsil Name Type Villages Population View Details
1 Bardiha Tehsil 37 37930 View
2 Bargarh Tehsil 8 2545 View
3 Bhandaria Tehsil 128 63547 View
4 Bhawnathpur Tehsil 70 63363 View
5 Bishunpura Tehsil 43 32242 View
6 Chinia Tehsil 73 38833 View
7 Danda Tehsil 20 17856 View
8 Dandai Tehsil 65 63665 View
9 Dhurki Tehsil 83 55469 View
10 Garhwa Tehsil 199 201627 View
11 Kandi Tehsil 172 103477 View
12 Ketar Tehsil 74 50821 View
13 Kharaundhi Tehsil 55 51479 View
14 Majhiaon Tehsil 97 70935 View
15 Meral Pipra Kalan Tehsil 157 130308 View
16 Nagaruntari Tehsil 125 102772 View
17 Ramkanda Tehsil 77 44452 View
18 Ramna Tehsil 83 70584 View
19 Ranka Tehsil 140 90483 View
20 Sagma Tehsil 24 30396 View

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How to Use This Directory

This tehsil directory for Garhwa District helps you find administrative divisions and access government services:

  1. Find your tehsil: Locate the tehsil that covers your village or area from the list above
  2. View detailed information: Click on any tehsil name to see villages, post offices, banks, and government offices in that area
  3. Access services: Identify the correct tehsil office (Tahsildar office) for certificate applications and land records
  4. Compare coverage: Use the village count column to understand the size and coverage of each tehsil

Frequently Asked Questions

How many tehsils are there in Garhwa District?

Garhwa District has 20 tehsils that together cover 1,730 villages. These administrative divisions handle revenue collection, land records, and essential government certificate services for all citizens in the district. The tehsils are administered under the overall supervision of the District Collector at Garhwa.

What is the difference between a tehsil and a block in Garhwa District?

A tehsil is a revenue administrative unit focused on land revenue collection, property registration, and issuing government certificates. A block (Community Development Block) is a development administrative unit focused on implementing rural development programs, healthcare, education, and welfare schemes. While both cover similar geographical areas in Garhwa District, they serve different administrative purposes and are headed by different officers (Tahsildar vs Block Development Officer).

Where is the tehsil office located in Garhwa District?

Each tehsil in Garhwa District has its own tehsil office (Tahsildar office) usually located in the headquarters town of that tehsil. Click on any tehsil name in the list above to find the specific location, contact details, and office information. The tehsil office is where you submit applications for certificates, land mutations, and other revenue-related services.

How do I find which tehsil my village belongs to in Garhwa District?

To find your village's tehsil in Garhwa District: (1) Browse the tehsils listed above and click on each to see the village list, (2) Check your land records or property documents which mention the tehsil name, (3) Use the village search feature on ChennaiIQ to directly locate your village, or (4) Contact the District Collectorate for administrative boundary information.

What services can I access at a tehsil office in Garhwa District?

Tehsil offices (Tahsildar offices) in Garhwa District provide numerous essential services: Certificates: Income, caste, community, residence, nativity, and legal heir certificates. Land services: Patta transfers, mutation of records, encumbrance certificates, land valuations. Revenue services: Land tax payment, property tax assessment. Welfare services: Old age pension, widow pension, ration card applications. Emergency services: Emergency certificates during natural disasters. The Tahsildar also has magisterial powers to handle minor legal and administrative matters.