Garh - Bilhaur, Kanpur Nagar
Garh is a village situated in the Bilhaur tehsil of Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bilhaur and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Kanpur Nagar. Bedipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garh is 149974. The village covers a total geographical area of 103.72 hectares and falls under the 209210 pincode.
Garh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garh
As per Census 2011, Garh village has a total population of 276 people, consisting of 144 males and 132 females. The village has 54 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 187 literate and 89 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 276 | 144 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 22 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 106 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 38 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Garh
Garh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bedipur | North | 1.16 km |
| Dadarpur Katha | South | 1.21 km |
| Gadanpur Ahar | North-East | 1.22 km |
| Dariyapur Bilhaur | South-West | 1.23 km |
| Chaubi Gahi Shikohabad | North-West | 1.74 km |
| Mohammadnagar Chandari | West | 1.79 km |
| Rajepur Bilhaur | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Akbarpur Senga | East | 1.99 km |
| Mohiuddinpur | North | 2.24 km |
| Bibipur | North-West | 2.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garh
Garh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dhaursalar, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kanpur Nagar to Garh is about 56 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 Garh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garh 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garh
Where is Garh located?
Garh village is located in Bilhaur Tehsil, Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garh?
The Gram Panchayat of Garh is Bedipur.
What is the pincode of Garh?
The pincode of Garh is 209210.
What is the population of Garh?
Garh has a total population of 276, including 144 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Garh?
There are 54 households in Garh.
What is the literacy rate in Garh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garh is 67.75%. Male literacy is 73.61% and female literacy is 61.36%.