Gherwa - Sandila, Hardoi
Gherwa is a village situated in the Sandila tehsil of Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sandila and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Hardoi. Gherwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gherwa is 141135. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.98 hectares and falls under the 241204 pincode.
Gherwa 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 Sandila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Misrikh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gherwa
According to the 2011 Census, Gherwa village had a total population of 967 people, including 524 males and 443 females, living in 161 households. The sex ratio was 845 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.86%, with male literacy at 73.53% and female literacy at 54.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 61.
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 | 967 | 524 | 443 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 82 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 33 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 528 | 325 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 439 | 199 | 240 |
Nearby Villages of Gherwa
Gherwa is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gherwa
Gherwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gherwa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Hardoi to Gherwa is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gherwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gherwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gherwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gherwa 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gherwa
Where is Gherwa located?
Gherwa village is located in Sandila Tehsil, Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gherwa?
Gherwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gherwa?
The pincode of Gherwa is 241204.
What is the population of Gherwa?
Gherwa had a total population of 967, including 524 males and 443 females.
How many households are there in Gherwa?
Gherwa had 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gherwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gherwa was 64.86%. Male literacy was 73.53% and female literacy was 54.57%.