Garawa - Maunath Bhanjan, Mau
Garawa is a village situated in the Maunath Bhanjan tehsil of Mau district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mau Nath Bhanjan and around 5 km from the district headquarters in Mau. Bara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garawa is 196876. The village covers a total geographical area of 26.04 hectares and falls under the 221705 pincode. Bhipauti is the nearest town, located about 3 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 Mau Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghosi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garawa
According to the 2011 Census, Garawa village had a total population of 58 people, including 28 males and 30 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,071 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.60%, with male literacy at 91.30% and female literacy at 62.50%.
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 | 58 | 28 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 7 | 15 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhapra | North | 0.57 km |
| Darp Narayanpur | North-West | 0.87 km |
| Chakjiyn | East | 0.90 km |
| Chak Shekhani | North-East | 1.05 km |
| Bara | North-East | 1.07 km |
| Niyamoopur | South-East | 1.28 km |
| Sikthia | South-West | 1.33 km |
| Saray Makkhan | North | 1.34 km |
| Bhujauti | West | 1.57 km |
| Dondapur | West | 1.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garawa
The nearest railway station is Indara Jn, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhipauti to Garawa is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mau to Garawa is about 5 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Garawa
Where is Garawa located?
Garawa village is located in Maunath Bhanjan Tehsil, Mau district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Garawa is Bara.
What is the pincode of Garawa?
The pincode of Garawa is 221705.
What is the population of Garawa?
Garawa had a total population of 58, including 28 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Garawa?
Garawa had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garawa was 76.60%. Male literacy was 91.30% and female literacy was 62.50%.