Garhijafar - Tundla, Firozabad
Garhijafar is a village situated in the Tundla tehsil of Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tundla and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Firozabad. Garhijafar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhijafar is 125444. The village covers a total geographical area of 169.08 hectares and falls under the 283103 pincode. Tundla is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Garhijafar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Garhijafar
According to the 2011 Census, Garhijafar village had a total population of 2,669 people, including 1,447 males and 1,222 females, living in 380 households. The sex ratio was 845 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.61%, with male literacy at 85.81% and female literacy at 63.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 2,669 | 1,447 | 1,222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 443 | 242 | 201 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,683 | 1,034 | 649 |
| Illiterate Population | 986 | 413 | 573 |
Nearby Villages of Garhijafar
Garhijafar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Siraulia | South-West | 1.01 km |
| Hazratpur | North | 1.15 km |
| Tilokpur | South | 1.49 km |
| Salempur Naglakhar | South-East | 1.71 km |
| Baghai | West | 1.76 km |
| Kutubpur Jarkhi | South-West | 1.81 km |
| Usaini | East | 2.18 km |
| Kheria Jarkhi | North | 2.34 km |
| Madauli | North-West | 2.38 km |
| Ulau | South-East | 2.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garhijafar
Garhijafar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hirangaon, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.1 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tundla to Garhijafar is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Firozabad to Garhijafar is about 24 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 Garhijafar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhijafar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garhijafar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhijafar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garhijafar
Where is Garhijafar located?
Garhijafar village is located in Tundla Tehsil, Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garhijafar?
Garhijafar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garhijafar?
The pincode of Garhijafar is 283103.
What is the population of Garhijafar?
Garhijafar had a total population of 2,669, including 1,447 males and 1,222 females.
How many households are there in Garhijafar?
Garhijafar had 380 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garhijafar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhijafar was 75.61%. Male literacy was 85.81% and female literacy was 63.57%.