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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Garena village has a total population of 1,322 people, consisting of 630 males and 692 females. The village has 210 households and a sex ratio of 1,098 females per 1,000 males. There are 211 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 783 literate and 539 illiterate residents. Additionally, 320 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 185 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garena are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,322, including 630 males and 692 females.
How many households are there in Garena?
There are 210 households in Garena.
What is the literacy rate in Garena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garena is 59.23%. Male literacy is 71.27% and female literacy is 48.27%.