Garatha - Ghatampur, Kanpur Nagar
Garatha is a village situated in the Ghatampur tehsil of Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghatampur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Kanpur Nagar. Garatha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garatha is 150792. The village covers a total geographical area of 1370.92 hectares and falls under the 209208 pincode. Kanpur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Garatha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghatampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akbarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garatha
According to the 2011 Census, Garatha village had a total population of 4,520 people, including 2,458 males and 2,062 females, living in 773 households. The sex ratio was 839 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.37%, with male literacy at 70.14% and female literacy at 48.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 310.
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 | 4,520 | 2,458 | 2,062 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 770 | 412 | 358 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 310 | 174 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,264 | 1,435 | 829 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,256 | 1,023 | 1,233 |
Nearby Villages of Garatha
Garatha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amiratepur | West | 2.31 km |
| Kutra | East | 2.87 km |
| Badle Simnapur | North | 3.41 km |
| Korau | North-West | 3.92 km |
| Kotupur | South-East | 4.07 km |
| Bachrauli | South | 4.18 km |
| Patia | South-East | 4.41 km |
| Bakasara | North | 5.01 km |
| Kiraon | North-East | 5.05 km |
| Bhauli Daria | South-East | 5.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garatha
Garatha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Duhru, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kanpur to Garatha is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanpur Nagar to Garatha is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garatha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garatha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garatha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garatha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garatha
Where is Garatha located?
Garatha village is located in Ghatampur Tehsil, Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garatha?
Garatha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garatha?
The pincode of Garatha is 209208.
What is the population of Garatha?
Garatha had a total population of 4,520, including 2,458 males and 2,062 females.
How many households are there in Garatha?
Garatha had 773 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garatha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garatha was 60.37%. Male literacy was 70.14% and female literacy was 48.65%.