Garhwar - Ballia
Garhwar is a village situated in the Ballia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Ballia, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Garwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garhwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhwar is 198712. The village covers a total geographical area of 283.82 hectares and falls under the 277121 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town.
Garhwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phephana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garhwar
As per Census 2011, Garhwar village has a total population of 7,104 people, consisting of 3,712 males and 3,392 females. The village has 1,029 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 945 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,702 literate and 2,402 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,432 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 122 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garhwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,104 | 3,712 | 3,392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 945 | 501 | 444 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,432 | 754 | 678 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 122 | 58 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 4,702 | 2,703 | 1,999 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,402 | 1,009 | 1,393 |
Nearby Villages of Garhwar
Garhwar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Babhanouli | North-West | 0.74 km |
| Araji Mafi Garhwar | South-East | 1.01 km |
| Bahlolpur | South-West | 1.21 km |
| Marora | South | 1.32 km |
| Piparsanda | North-West | 1.44 km |
| Govindpur | North | 1.48 km |
| Brikalpur | East | 1.49 km |
| Danapur | West | 1.51 km |
| Kurdipur | South-East | 1.78 km |
| Nawada | West | 1.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garhwar
Public transport in the Garhwar is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jigni Khas, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ballia to Garhwar is about 15 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 Garhwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garhwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhwar 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 <1 km |
FAQs about Garhwar
Where is Garhwar located?
Garhwar village is located in Ballia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garhwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhwar is Garwar.
What is the pincode of Garhwar?
The pincode of Garhwar is 277121.
What is the population of Garhwar?
Garhwar has a total population of 7,104, including 3,712 males and 3,392 females.
How many households are there in Garhwar?
There are 1,029 households in Garhwar.
What is the literacy rate in Garhwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhwar is 66.19%. Male literacy is 72.82% and female literacy is 58.93%.