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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Garar village has a total population of 918 people, consisting of 463 males and 455 females. The village has 134 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 553 literate and 365 illiterate residents. Additionally, 128 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 918 | 463 | 455 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 70 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 64 | 64 |
| 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 has a total population of 918, including 463 males and 455 females.
How many households are there in Garar?
There are 134 households in Garar.
What is the literacy rate in Garar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garar is 60.24%. Male literacy is 69.76% and female literacy is 50.55%.