Garbhupur - Harraiya, Basti
Garbhupur is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Hengapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garbhupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garbhupur is 180088. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.95 hectares and falls under the 272128 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Garbhupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garbhupur
According to the 2011 Census, Garbhupur village had a total population of 276 people, including 144 males and 132 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.52%, with male literacy at 71.67% and female literacy at 54.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 122.
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 | 276 | 144 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 24 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 64 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 148 | 86 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 58 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Garbhupur
Garbhupur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kukripur | North-East | 0.63 km |
| Kamdepur | North-West | 0.85 km |
| Pure Jharihag | North | 0.85 km |
| Sarpur | South-West | 0.99 km |
| Thanwapur | East | 1.04 km |
| Alaphatpur | West | 1.11 km |
| Hengapur | South | 1.17 km |
| Pure Bhoop | East | 1.18 km |
| Ratna Taukeer | West | 1.37 km |
| Chhakanahiya | North | 1.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garbhupur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Garbhupur. The nearest railway station is Ulna Bhari, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Garbhupur is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garbhupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garbhupur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garbhupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garbhupur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garbhupur
Where is Garbhupur located?
Garbhupur village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garbhupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Garbhupur is Hengapur.
What is the pincode of Garbhupur?
The pincode of Garbhupur is 272128.
What is the population of Garbhupur?
Garbhupur had a total population of 276, including 144 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Garbhupur?
Garbhupur had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garbhupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garbhupur was 63.52%. Male literacy was 71.67% and female literacy was 54.87%.