Garhwa - Salempur, Deoria
Garhwa is a village situated in the Salempur tehsil of Deoria district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Salempur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Deoria. Parsia Tara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garhwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhwa is 191347. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.93 hectares and falls under the 274304 pincode. Deoria is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Garhwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salempur Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Garhwa
According to the 2011 Census, Garhwa village had a total population of 516 people, including 243 males and 273 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 1,123 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.06%, with male literacy at 91.51% and female literacy at 73.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 516 | 243 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 31 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 366 | 194 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 49 | 101 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jogapur Maphy | South | 0.88 km |
| Parsia Tara | North-West | 1.18 km |
| Pipra Ramdhar | West | 1.20 km |
| Ahrouli Dhamur | North-East | 1.40 km |
| Padmapar | North | 1.50 km |
| Benipur | South-East | 1.51 km |
| Misrouli | South-West | 1.51 km |
| Sarkara | South | 1.76 km |
| Lohra Babhanouli | East | 1.82 km |
| Jogapur | West | 1.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garhwa
Public transport in the Garhwa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Deoraha Baba Road, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deoria to Garhwa is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Deoria to Garhwa is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garhwa
Where is Garhwa located?
Garhwa village is located in Salempur Tehsil, Deoria district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garhwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhwa is Parsia Tara.
What is the pincode of Garhwa?
The pincode of Garhwa is 274304.
What is the population of Garhwa?
Garhwa had a total population of 516, including 243 males and 273 females.
How many households are there in Garhwa?
Garhwa had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garhwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhwa was 82.06%. Male literacy was 91.51% and female literacy was 73.50%.