Garha - Musafirkhana, Amethi
Garha is a village situated in the Musafirkhana tehsil of Amethi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from Musafirkhana and around 59 km from Sultanpur. Malawa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garha is 168804. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.66 hectares and falls under the 227809 pincode.
Garha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jagdishpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amethi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garha
According to the 2011 Census, Garha village had a total population of 874 people, including 463 males and 411 females, living in 157 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.30%, with male literacy at 83.99% and female literacy at 59.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 568.
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 | 874 | 463 | 411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 82 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 568 | 307 | 261 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 522 | 320 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 352 | 143 | 209 |
Nearby Villages of Garha
Garha is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Garha
Garha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Garha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Sultanpur to Garha is about 59 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 Garha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garha 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garha
Where is Garha located?
Garha village is located in Musafirkhana Tehsil, Amethi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garha?
The Gram Panchayat of Garha is Malawa.
What is the pincode of Garha?
The pincode of Garha is 227809.
What is the population of Garha?
Garha had a total population of 874, including 463 males and 411 females.
How many households are there in Garha?
Garha had 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garha was 72.30%. Male literacy was 83.99% and female literacy was 59.24%.