Garhwai
Garhwai is a village located in Garautha tehsil of Jhansi district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Garautha (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Jhansi. As per 2009 stats, Garhwai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Garhwai unique in its vibrant Garautha-Jhansi region. You’ll see Garhwai’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Garhwai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garhwai is 152327. The village spans a total geographical area of 656.66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 284202. Gursarai is nearest town to Garhwai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
Google Map of Garhwai
Population of Garhwai
According to the 2011 Census, Garhwai has a total population of about 2,376, with approximately 1,258 males and 1,118 females. The sex ratio is around 888 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 306 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,010 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.52%, with male literacy at about 75.52% and female literacy near 52.15%. There are around 441 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Garhwai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,376 | 1,258 | 1,118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 306 | 158 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,010 | 530 | 480 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,533 | 950 | 583 |
| Illiterate Population | 843 | 308 | 535 |
Connectivity of Garhwai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garhwai. As per the 2011 stats, Garhwai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Garhwai
Knowing the nearby villages of Garhwai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garhwai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garhwai
- Where is Garhwai located?
- Garhwai village is situated in Garautha Tehsil, within the Jhansi district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garhwai?
- Garhwai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Garhwai?
- The pincode of Garhwai is 284202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Garhwai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garhwai is 2,376, with 1,258 males and 1,118 females.
- How many households are there in Garhwai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garhwai village has a total of 441 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garhwai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garhwai is 64.52%. The male literacy rate is 75.52%, while the female literacy rate is 52.15%.