Garawa - Machhlishahr, Jaunpur
Garawa is a village situated in the Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machhlishahr and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Sabeli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garawa is 201053. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.81 hectares and falls under the 222143 pincode. Jaunpur is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Garawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungra badshahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garawa
According to the 2011 Census, Garawa village had a total population of 442 people, including 245 males and 197 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 804 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.54%, with male literacy at 92.56% and female literacy at 73.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72.
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 | 442 | 245 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 30 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 335 | 199 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 46 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Garawa
Garawa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Misirain Patti | North | 0.69 km |
| Sabeli | South-West | 0.88 km |
| Ramdeiya | West | 1.07 km |
| Telhuwa | North | 1.22 km |
| Deokali | North-East | 1.25 km |
| Tilakhara Urf Suzanganj | South-East | 1.28 km |
| Himmat Nagar | North-West | 1.53 km |
| Barpur | East | 1.55 km |
| Purabeni | South-East | 1.78 km |
| Deepakpur | South | 1.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garawa
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Garawa. The nearest railway station is Suwansa, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaunpur to Garawa is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garawa 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 Garawa
Where is Garawa located?
Garawa village is located in Machhlishahr Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Garawa is Sabeli.
What is the pincode of Garawa?
The pincode of Garawa is 222143.
What is the population of Garawa?
Garawa had a total population of 442, including 245 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Garawa?
Garawa had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garawa was 83.54%. Male literacy was 92.56% and female literacy was 73.12%.