Garhi Baran - Firozabad
Garhi Baran is a village situated in the Firozabad tehsil of Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from Firozabad, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Piprauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garhi Baran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhi Baran is 125505. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.75 hectares and falls under the 283204 pincode.
Garhi Baran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tundla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Firozabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garhi Baran
As per Census 2011, Garhi Baran village has a total population of 728 people, consisting of 380 males and 348 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 429 literate and 299 illiterate residents. Additionally, 227 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garhi Baran are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 728 | 380 | 348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 65 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 227 | 113 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 429 | 248 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 299 | 132 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Garhi Baran
Garhi Baran 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Alampur Kotla | South | 1.06 km |
| Piprauli | North-West | 1.08 km |
| Khushhal Pur | North-East | 1.22 km |
| Bachhgaon | East | 1.45 km |
| Hardaspur Kotla | South-East | 1.60 km |
| Garhi Purani | South | 1.97 km |
| Lalgarhi | North | 1.98 km |
| Mohammdi | West | 2.37 km |
| Dauri | South-East | 2.58 km |
| Dattpur | East | 2.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garhi Baran
Garhi Baran is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Hirangaon, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Firozabad to Garhi Baran is about 26 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 Garhi Baran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhi Baran 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garhi Baran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhi Baran 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 Garhi Baran
Where is Garhi Baran located?
Garhi Baran village is located in Firozabad Tehsil, Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garhi Baran?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhi Baran is Piprauli.
What is the pincode of Garhi Baran?
The pincode of Garhi Baran is 283204.
What is the population of Garhi Baran?
Garhi Baran has a total population of 728, including 380 males and 348 females.
How many households are there in Garhi Baran?
There are 122 households in Garhi Baran.
What is the literacy rate in Garhi Baran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhi Baran is 58.93%. Male literacy is 65.26% and female literacy is 52.01%.