Garhima - Kiraoli, Agra
Garhima is a village situated in the Kiraoli tehsil of Agra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kiraoli and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Agra. Garhima village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhima is 124783. The village covers a total geographical area of 429.58 hectares and falls under the 283101 pincode.
Garhima village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatehpur sikari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehpur Sikri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garhima
According to the 2011 Census, Garhima village had a total population of 2,092 people, including 1,102 males and 990 females, living in 344 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.12%, with male literacy at 90.31% and female literacy at 54.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 345.
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 | 2,092 | 1,102 | 990 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 173 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 345 | 175 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,295 | 839 | 456 |
| Illiterate Population | 797 | 263 | 534 |
Nearby Villages of Garhima
Garhima 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hansela | West | 1.93 km |
| Bhandiri | South | 2.00 km |
| Birona | North | 2.19 km |
| Sandhan | East | 2.22 km |
| Tirpuri | South | 2.50 km |
| Noorpur | West | 2.90 km |
| Gobra | South | 3.40 km |
| Jhurawai | North | 3.58 km |
| Jafar Nagar | North | 3.65 km |
| Sooti | West | 3.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garhima
Garhima is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chiksana, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Agra to Garhima is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garhima
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhima 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Garhima
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhima 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garhima
Where is Garhima located?
Garhima village is located in Kiraoli Tehsil, Agra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garhima?
Garhima is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garhima?
The pincode of Garhima is 283101.
What is the population of Garhima?
Garhima had a total population of 2,092, including 1,102 males and 990 females.
How many households are there in Garhima?
Garhima had 344 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garhima?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhima was 73.12%. Male literacy was 90.31% and female literacy was 54.16%.