Garha - Azamgarh
Garha is a village situated in the Azamgarh tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from Azamgarh, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Gocha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garha is 193786. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.09 hectares and falls under the 276207 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 Mubarakpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garha
As per Census 2011, Garha village has a total population of 1,703 people, consisting of 871 males and 832 females. The village has 232 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 245 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,111 literate and 592 illiterate residents. Additionally, 717 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,703 | 871 | 832 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 125 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 717 | 372 | 345 |
| Literate Population | 1,111 | 651 | 460 |
| Illiterate Population | 592 | 220 | 372 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Garha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Azamgarh to Garha is about 28 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 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garha
Where is Garha located?
Garha village is located in Azamgarh Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garha?
The Gram Panchayat of Garha is Gocha.
What is the pincode of Garha?
The pincode of Garha is 276207.
What is the population of Garha?
Garha has a total population of 1,703, including 871 males and 832 females.
How many households are there in Garha?
There are 232 households in Garha.
What is the literacy rate in Garha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garha is 65.24%. Male literacy is 74.74% and female literacy is 55.29%.