Garhkaushik - Sagri, Azamgarh
Garhkaushik is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagri and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Leddupar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garhkaushik village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhkaushik is 192659. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.15 hectares and falls under the 276141 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Garhkaushik village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garhkaushik
As per Census 2011, Garhkaushik village has a total population of 425 people, consisting of 213 males and 212 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 207 literate and 218 illiterate residents. Additionally, 115 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garhkaushik are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 425 | 213 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 53 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 207 | 118 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 95 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Garhkaushik
Garhkaushik 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Leddupar | South | 0.90 km |
| Garhchaubey | North-West | 0.93 km |
| Badipur | West | 1.37 km |
| Kewat Patti | North-East | 1.38 km |
| Mallupur | South | 1.50 km |
| Surjipur | North | 1.60 km |
| Bhairopur Chaurwa | South-West | 1.65 km |
| Dayalpur | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Bhaluwai | East | 1.75 km |
| Baidra | North | 2.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garhkaushik
Garhkaushik is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Azamgarh, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Azamgarh to Garhkaushik is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Garhkaushik is about 22 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 Garhkaushik
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhkaushik village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garhkaushik
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhkaushik 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garhkaushik
Where is Garhkaushik located?
Garhkaushik village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garhkaushik?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhkaushik is Leddupar.
What is the pincode of Garhkaushik?
The pincode of Garhkaushik is 276141.
What is the population of Garhkaushik?
Garhkaushik has a total population of 425, including 213 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Garhkaushik?
There are 96 households in Garhkaushik.
What is the literacy rate in Garhkaushik?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhkaushik is 48.71%. Male literacy is 55.40% and female literacy is 41.98%.