Garhwa - Tulsipur, Balrampur
Garhwa is a village situated in the Tulsipur tehsil of Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tulsipur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Balrampur. Garhwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhwa is 173430. The village covers a total geographical area of 666.65 hectares and falls under the 271206 pincode. Tulsipur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Garhwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tulsipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shrawasti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garhwa
As per Census 2011, Garhwa village has a total population of 1,337 people, consisting of 678 males and 659 females. The village has 203 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 280 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 532 literate and 805 illiterate residents. Additionally, 343 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garhwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,337 | 678 | 659 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 280 | 139 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 343 | 179 | 164 |
| Literate Population | 532 | 328 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 805 | 350 | 455 |
Nearby Villages of Garhwa
Garhwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhauri Kalan | North-West | 1.39 km |
| Ganeshpur | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Narainpur Jhingha | North | 2.86 km |
| Majgawan | West | 3.11 km |
| Nandamahra | North-East | 3.24 km |
| Razwapur | South-West | 3.61 km |
| Bhangha Kalan | East | 3.67 km |
| Bhagwanpur | South-East | 3.76 km |
| Ratanpur Azabnagar | South-East | 3.94 km |
| Mahadev Jamuni | South | 4.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garhwa
Garhwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lakshmanpur Halt, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 122.4 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tulsipur to Garhwa is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balrampur to Garhwa is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garhwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garhwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhwa 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garhwa
Where is Garhwa located?
Garhwa village is located in Tulsipur Tehsil, Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garhwa?
Garhwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garhwa?
The pincode of Garhwa is 271206.
What is the population of Garhwa?
Garhwa has a total population of 1,337, including 678 males and 659 females.
How many households are there in Garhwa?
There are 203 households in Garhwa.
What is the literacy rate in Garhwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhwa is 39.79%. Male literacy is 48.38% and female literacy is 30.96%.