Garena - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Garena is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. Garhaina serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garena village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garena is 186903. The village covers a total geographical area of 171.03 hectares and falls under the 273212 pincode.
Garena 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 Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garena
According to the 2011 Census, Garena village had a total population of 1,322 people, including 630 males and 692 females, living in 210 households. The sex ratio was 1,098 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.48%, with male literacy at 84.88% and female literacy at 57.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 320, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 185.
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 | 1,322 | 630 | 692 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 101 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 320 | 162 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 185 | 73 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 783 | 449 | 334 |
| Illiterate Population | 539 | 181 | 358 |
Nearby Villages of Garena
Garena 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khairathee | North-East | 0.91 km |
| Dhobauli Urf Dhakrauli | West | 1.01 km |
| Binku Bhainsa | South | 1.02 km |
| Jigina Tiwari | South | 1.20 km |
| Unowla Khas | East | 1.28 km |
| Sonari Ramchandra | North | 1.31 km |
| Bhatiyaree | South-West | 1.53 km |
| Sonari Shanker | North-East | 1.55 km |
| Kol | South | 1.67 km |
| Kunwa Bujurg | West | 1.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garena
Public transport in the Garena is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sahjanwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Garena
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garena 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garena
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garena village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garena
Where is Garena located?
Garena village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garena?
The Gram Panchayat of Garena is Garhaina.
What is the pincode of Garena?
The pincode of Garena is 273212.
What is the population of Garena?
Garena had a total population of 1,322, including 630 males and 692 females.
How many households are there in Garena?
Garena had 210 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garena was 70.48%. Male literacy was 84.88% and female literacy was 57.39%.