Garhi Purani - Tundla, Firozabad
Garhi Purani is a village situated in the Tundla tehsil of Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tundla and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Firozabad. Garhi Purani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhi Purani is 125478. The village covers a total geographical area of 109.36 hectares and falls under the 283204 pincode. Firozabad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Garhi Purani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Garhi Purani
According to the 2011 Census, Garhi Purani village had a total population of 1,164 people, including 620 males and 544 females, living in 166 households. The sex ratio was 877 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.09%, with male literacy at 87.57% and female literacy at 67.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 731.
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 | 1,164 | 620 | 544 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 97 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 731 | 393 | 338 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 777 | 458 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 387 | 162 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Garhi Purani
Garhi Purani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Atipur | South-East | 0.89 km |
| Hardaspur Kotla | North-East | 0.98 km |
| Alampur Kotla | North | 1.01 km |
| Garhi Fateh | South | 1.45 km |
| Dauri | East | 1.74 km |
| Kheria Khurd | South-East | 1.92 km |
| Garhi Baran | North | 1.97 km |
| Sakhawat Pur | South-West | 1.98 km |
| Bachhgaon | North-East | 2.23 km |
| Himmatpur | West | 2.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garhi Purani
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Garhi Purani. The nearest railway station is Hirangaon, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Firozabad to Garhi Purani is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Firozabad to Garhi Purani is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garhi Purani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhi Purani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garhi Purani
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 Purani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garhi Purani
Where is Garhi Purani located?
Garhi Purani village is located in Tundla Tehsil, Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garhi Purani?
Garhi Purani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garhi Purani?
The pincode of Garhi Purani is 283204.
What is the population of Garhi Purani?
Garhi Purani had a total population of 1,164, including 620 males and 544 females.
How many households are there in Garhi Purani?
Garhi Purani had 166 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garhi Purani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhi Purani was 78.09%. Male literacy was 87.57% and female literacy was 67.58%.