Garar - Mohammadabad, Ghazipur
Garar is a village situated in the Mohammadabad tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohammadabad and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Govindpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garar is 205684. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.48 hectares and falls under the 233228 pincode.
Garar 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 Zahoorabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garar
According to the 2011 Census, Garar village had a total population of 918 people, including 463 males and 455 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.21%, with male literacy at 82.19% and female literacy at 56.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 128.
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 | 918 | 463 | 455 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 70 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 64 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 553 | 323 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 365 | 140 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Garar
Garar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pahpatti Sikam | East | 0.56 km |
| Mahamudpur | South | 0.79 km |
| Hasanpura | South-East | 0.81 km |
| Pahapatti Khas | North-East | 0.94 km |
| Chak Rasul Urf Pandeypur | West | 1.16 km |
| Benipur | South-West | 1.28 km |
| Govindpur | North-West | 1.35 km |
| Nasratpur | North | 1.68 km |
| Chaura | South-West | 1.77 km |
| Naferpur | North | 1.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garar
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Garar. The nearest railway station is Tajpur Dehma, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.3 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ghazipur to Garar is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garar
Where is Garar located?
Garar village is located in Mohammadabad Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garar?
The Gram Panchayat of Garar is Govindpur.
What is the pincode of Garar?
The pincode of Garar is 233228.
What is the population of Garar?
Garar had a total population of 918, including 463 males and 455 females.
How many households are there in Garar?
Garar had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garar was 69.21%. Male literacy was 82.19% and female literacy was 56.65%.