Garhwal - Allapur, Ambedkar Nagar
Garhwal is a village situated in the Allapur tehsil of Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Allapur and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Ambedkar Nagar. Gadhwal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garhwal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhwal is 167648. The village covers a total geographical area of 118.76 hectares and falls under the 224137 pincode. Mahrajganj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Garhwal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garhwal
As per Census 2011, Garhwal village has a total population of 1,677 people, consisting of 864 males and 813 females. The village has 266 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 235 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,044 literate and 633 illiterate residents. Additionally, 677 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garhwal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,677 | 864 | 813 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 129 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 677 | 343 | 334 |
| Literate Population | 1,044 | 614 | 430 |
| Illiterate Population | 633 | 250 | 383 |
Nearby Villages of Garhwal
Garhwal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Semra Tappa Haveli | North-West | 0.89 km |
| Babhanpura | South-West | 0.92 km |
| Kathmorwa | East | 0.92 km |
| Chaturpur Kattia | South-East | 0.98 km |
| Madainiya | North | 1.24 km |
| Itaura Dholipur | North-East | 1.32 km |
| Fulwariya | North-West | 1.38 km |
| Jalalpur Pikar | South-East | 1.44 km |
| Ratibhar | South-East | 1.88 km |
| Sankarpur Tappa Havely | South-West | 1.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garhwal
Garhwal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khorason Road, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahrajganj to Garhwal is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambedkar Nagar to Garhwal is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garhwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhwal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garhwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhwal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garhwal
Where is Garhwal located?
Garhwal village is located in Allapur Tehsil, Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garhwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhwal is Gadhwal.
What is the pincode of Garhwal?
The pincode of Garhwal is 224137.
What is the population of Garhwal?
Garhwal has a total population of 1,677, including 864 males and 813 females.
How many households are there in Garhwal?
There are 266 households in Garhwal.
What is the literacy rate in Garhwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhwal is 62.25%. Male literacy is 71.06% and female literacy is 52.89%.