Garhawa - Jawa, Rewa
Garhawa is a village situated in the Jawa tehsil of Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jawa and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Rewa. Garhawa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhawa is 465275. The village covers a total geographical area of 192.6 hectares and falls under the 486223 pincode. Sirmour is the nearest town.
Garhawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garhawa
As per Census 2011, Garhawa village has a total population of 914 people, consisting of 461 males and 453 females. The village has 213 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 495 literate and 419 illiterate residents. Additionally, 290 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garhawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 914 | 461 | 453 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 79 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 290 | 149 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 495 | 295 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 419 | 166 | 253 |
Nearby Villages of Garhawa
Garhawa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baraulipanden | South | 1.38 km |
| Kirhai | West | 1.50 km |
| Luchki | East | 1.60 km |
| Khaptiha | South-East | 2.02 km |
| Usaki | North | 2.20 km |
| Derwa | North-West | 2.24 km |
| Kirkil | East | 2.31 km |
| Gadha | South | 2.54 km |
| Itaura | North-East | 2.56 km |
| Dadar | North-East | 2.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garhawa
Public transport in the Garhawa is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kataiya Dandi, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Rewa to Garhawa is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garhawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garhawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhawa 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garhawa
Where is Garhawa located?
Garhawa village is located in Jawa Tehsil, Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garhawa?
Garhawa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garhawa?
The pincode of Garhawa is 486223.
What is the population of Garhawa?
Garhawa has a total population of 914, including 461 males and 453 females.
How many households are there in Garhawa?
There are 213 households in Garhawa.
What is the literacy rate in Garhawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhawa is 54.16%. Male literacy is 63.99% and female literacy is 44.15%.