Garheypur - Shahabad, Hardoi
Garheypur is a village situated in the Shahabad tehsil of Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahabad and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Hardoi. Garheypur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garheypur is 139117. The village covers a total geographical area of 214.02 hectares and falls under the 241124 pincode. Shahabad is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Garheypur 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 Shahabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardoi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garheypur
According to the 2011 Census, Garheypur village had a total population of 1,379 people, including 764 males and 615 females, living in 226 households. The sex ratio was 805 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.31%, with male literacy at 65.38% and female literacy at 47.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 408.
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 | 1,379 | 764 | 615 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 114 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 408 | 237 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 666 | 425 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 713 | 339 | 374 |
Nearby Villages of Garheypur
Garheypur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Divaiyapur | North-East | 0.75 km |
| Bhargawan | South-West | 0.97 km |
| Naseerpur | South-East | 1.08 km |
| Miyanpur Gautia | North | 1.54 km |
| Chakdarmyani | East | 1.64 km |
| Dudhauna Bangar | South-West | 1.97 km |
| Behta Kola | South | 2.02 km |
| Sardar Nagar | East | 2.34 km |
| Kutuapur Elaqua Saheramau | North-East | 2.59 km |
| Bhagaunapur | North-West | 2.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garheypur
Garheypur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Algawan, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 119.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Shahabad to Garheypur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hardoi to Garheypur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garheypur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garheypur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garheypur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garheypur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garheypur
Where is Garheypur located?
Garheypur village is located in Shahabad Tehsil, Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garheypur?
Garheypur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garheypur?
The pincode of Garheypur is 241124.
What is the population of Garheypur?
Garheypur had a total population of 1,379, including 764 males and 615 females.
How many households are there in Garheypur?
Garheypur had 226 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garheypur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garheypur was 57.31%. Male literacy was 65.38% and female literacy was 47.07%.