Garousa - Lakhimpur, Kheri
Garousa is a village situated in the Lakhimpur tehsil of Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhimpur and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Kheri. Garousa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garousa is 136484. The village covers a total geographical area of 409.87 hectares and falls under the 262726 pincode. Kheri is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Garousa 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 Sri Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garousa
According to the 2011 Census, Garousa village had a total population of 4,492 people, including 2,410 males and 2,082 females, living in 804 households. The sex ratio was 864 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.62%, with male literacy at 58.35% and female literacy at 41.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,922.
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 | 4,492 | 2,410 | 2,082 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 839 | 453 | 386 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,922 | 1,034 | 888 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,849 | 1,142 | 707 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,643 | 1,268 | 1,375 |
Nearby Villages of Garousa
Garousa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Basaha | North-West | 2.07 km |
| Bel | South | 2.39 km |
| Patrasi | South-West | 2.56 km |
| Kotthiya | East | 2.83 km |
| Bhurkunda | North-East | 2.89 km |
| Jamuniya | North | 3.10 km |
| Pipranadipaar | South | 3.69 km |
| Khaiya | West | 3.78 km |
| Khoriya | South | 3.99 km |
| Prayag | West | 4.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garousa
Garousa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Lakhimpur, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 119.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kheri to Garousa is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garousa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garousa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garousa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garousa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garousa
Where is Garousa located?
Garousa village is located in Lakhimpur Tehsil, Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garousa?
Garousa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garousa?
The pincode of Garousa is 262726.
What is the population of Garousa?
Garousa had a total population of 4,492, including 2,410 males and 2,082 females.
How many households are there in Garousa?
Garousa had 804 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garousa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garousa was 50.62%. Male literacy was 58.35% and female literacy was 41.69%.