Gara Buzurg - Mankapur, Gonda
Gara Buzurg is a village situated in the Mankapur tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mankapur and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Madwa Buzurg serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gara Buzurg village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gara Buzurg is 175664. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.9 hectares and falls under the 271305 pincode. Mankapur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Gara Buzurg village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gaura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gonda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gara Buzurg
According to the 2011 Census, Gara Buzurg village had a total population of 1,508 people, including 768 males and 740 females, living in 209 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.93%, with male literacy at 64.84% and female literacy at 36.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 401.
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 | 1,508 | 768 | 740 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 148 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 401 | 214 | 187 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 628 | 402 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 880 | 366 | 514 |
Nearby Villages of Gara Buzurg
Gara Buzurg 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Alvalpur | North | 0.73 km |
| Sema Sathi | East | 0.73 km |
| Shamsapur | South-West | 0.89 km |
| Salempur | West | 1.21 km |
| Karoha | South | 1.23 km |
| Mardha Khurd | South | 1.48 km |
| Sadapur | South-East | 1.60 km |
| Maddhaubheekh | East | 1.67 km |
| Lalpur Bhaluhiya | West | 1.98 km |
| Achalpur Ghat | North-West | 2.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gara Buzurg
Gara Buzurg is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Maskanwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.4 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mankapur to Gara Buzurg is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Gara Buzurg is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gara Buzurg
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gara Buzurg village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gara Buzurg
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gara Buzurg village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gara Buzurg
Where is Gara Buzurg located?
Gara Buzurg village is located in Mankapur Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gara Buzurg?
The Gram Panchayat of Gara Buzurg is Madwa Buzurg.
What is the pincode of Gara Buzurg?
The pincode of Gara Buzurg is 271305.
What is the population of Gara Buzurg?
Gara Buzurg had a total population of 1,508, including 768 males and 740 females.
How many households are there in Gara Buzurg?
Gara Buzurg had 209 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gara Buzurg?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gara Buzurg was 50.93%. Male literacy was 64.84% and female literacy was 36.87%.