Garhi - Shikohabad, Firozabad
Garhi is a village situated in the Shikohabad tehsil of Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shikohabad and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Firozabad. Garhi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhi is 126032. The village covers a total geographical area of 179.96 hectares and falls under the 283142 pincode. Firozabad is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Garhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sirsaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Firozabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garhi
As per Census 2011, Garhi village has a total population of 1,676 people, consisting of 887 males and 789 females. The village has 290 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 312 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 964 literate and 712 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garhi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,676 | 887 | 789 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 312 | 170 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 964 | 618 | 346 |
| Illiterate Population | 712 | 269 | 443 |
Nearby Villages of Garhi
Garhi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sekhupur Garhi | North | 1.52 km |
| Rapari | West | 1.76 km |
| Mohmmadpur Nadai | North-East | 1.77 km |
| Patana Karkha | East | 1.83 km |
| Sunsar | South-East | 2.07 km |
| Shahzadpur Didauli | South | 2.81 km |
| Ababakapur | North-West | 3.00 km |
| Syaich | West | 3.61 km |
| Garhrauli | North | 3.68 km |
| Aalipur | North-East | 3.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garhi
Garhi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kaurara, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.0 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 is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Firozabad to Garhi 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
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garhi
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garhi
Where is Garhi located?
Garhi village is located in Shikohabad Tehsil, Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garhi?
Garhi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garhi?
The pincode of Garhi is 283142.
What is the population of Garhi?
Garhi has a total population of 1,676, including 887 males and 789 females.
How many households are there in Garhi?
There are 290 households in Garhi.
What is the literacy rate in Garhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhi is 57.52%. Male literacy is 69.67% and female literacy is 43.85%.