Garhan Khurd - Nizamabad, Azamgarh
Garhan Khurd is a village situated in the Nizamabad tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nizamabad and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Gadahan Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garhan Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhan Khurd is 194170. The village covers a total geographical area of 61 hectares and falls under the 276208 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Garhan Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nizamabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lalganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garhan Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Garhan Khurd village had a total population of 1,158 people, including 578 males and 580 females, living in 175 households. The sex ratio was 1,003 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.71%, with male literacy at 84.52% and female literacy at 66.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 595.
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 | 1,158 | 578 | 580 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 87 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 595 | 291 | 304 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 745 | 415 | 330 |
| Illiterate Population | 413 | 163 | 250 |
Nearby Villages of Garhan Khurd
Garhan Khurd 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 Garhan Khurd
Public transport in the Garhan Khurd is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Garhan Khurd.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Azamgarh to Garhan Khurd is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Garhan Khurd is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garhan Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhan Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garhan Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhan Khurd 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 Garhan Khurd
Where is Garhan Khurd located?
Garhan Khurd village is located in Nizamabad Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garhan Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhan Khurd is Gadahan Khurd.
What is the pincode of Garhan Khurd?
The pincode of Garhan Khurd is 276208.
What is the population of Garhan Khurd?
Garhan Khurd had a total population of 1,158, including 578 males and 580 females.
How many households are there in Garhan Khurd?
Garhan Khurd had 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garhan Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhan Khurd was 75.71%. Male literacy was 84.52% and female literacy was 66.94%.