Garha - Burhanpur, Azamgarh
Garha is a village situated in the Burhanpur tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Burhanpur and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Hansapur Kala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garha is 192327. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.7 hectares and falls under the 223221 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Garha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garha
According to the 2011 Census, Garha village had a total population of 515 people, including 256 males and 259 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.68%, with male literacy at 71.36% and female literacy at 55.07%.
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 | 515 | 256 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 57 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 267 | 142 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 114 | 134 |
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.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Azamgarh to Garha is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Garha
Where is Garha located?
Garha village is located in Burhanpur Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garha?
The Gram Panchayat of Garha is Hansapur Kala.
What is the pincode of Garha?
The pincode of Garha is 223221.
What is the population of Garha?
Garha had a total population of 515, including 256 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Garha?
Garha had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garha was 62.68%. Male literacy was 71.36% and female literacy was 55.07%.