Garha - Maudaha, Hamirpur
Garha is a village situated in the Maudaha tehsil of Hamirpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maudaha and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Hamirpur. Garha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garha is 154188. The village covers a total geographical area of 814.38 hectares and falls under the 210507 pincode. Maudaha is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Garha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hamirpur Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Garha
As per Census 2011, Garha village has a total population of 2,391 people, consisting of 1,331 males and 1,060 females. The village has 410 households and a sex ratio of 796 females per 1,000 males. There are 439 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,256 literate and 1,135 illiterate residents. Additionally, 474 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,391 | 1,331 | 1,060 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 439 | 248 | 191 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 474 | 281 | 193 |
| Literate Population | 1,256 | 812 | 444 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,135 | 519 | 616 |
Nearby Villages of Garha
Garha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barehta | East | 2.65 km |
| Sandi | South | 2.70 km |
| Kaithi | North-West | 3.98 km |
| Baije Mau | South-West | 4.01 km |
| Khairei | South | 4.25 km |
| Amlor | East | 4.50 km |
| Amara | North-East | 4.58 km |
| Rehutan | East | 5.47 km |
| Madauli Khurd | North-East | 5.66 km |
| Kiswahi | West | 5.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garha
Public transport in the Garha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bharwa Sumerpur, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Maudaha to Garha is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Hamirpur to Garha is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garha
Where is Garha located?
Garha village is located in Maudaha Tehsil, Hamirpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garha?
Garha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garha?
The pincode of Garha is 210507.
What is the population of Garha?
Garha has a total population of 2,391, including 1,331 males and 1,060 females.
How many households are there in Garha?
There are 410 households in Garha.
What is the literacy rate in Garha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garha is 52.53%. Male literacy is 61.01% and female literacy is 41.89%.