Gharwaspur - Chunar, Mirzapur
Gharwaspur is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Gharwaspur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gharwaspur is 212573. The village covers a total geographical area of 139.27 hectares and falls under the 231304 pincode.
Gharwaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chunar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mirzapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gharwaspur
As per Census 2011, Gharwaspur village has a total population of 1,214 people, consisting of 631 males and 583 females. The village has 172 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 169 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 878 literate and 336 illiterate residents. Additionally, 265 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gharwaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,214 | 631 | 583 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 99 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 265 | 134 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 878 | 488 | 390 |
| Illiterate Population | 336 | 143 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Gharwaspur
Gharwaspur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Noharipur | South-West | 0.66 km |
| Baruiya | North | 0.67 km |
| Jamin English Shikarpur | South-East | 0.74 km |
| Kharkhasipur | East | 1.04 km |
| Shikarpur | South | 1.18 km |
| Mamolapur | West | 1.33 km |
| Bairi Chak Mafi | East | 1.55 km |
| Bangla | North | 1.65 km |
| Asalatpur | East | 1.85 km |
| Mohamadabad | East | 1.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gharwaspur
Gharwaspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kailahat, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mirzapur to Gharwaspur is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gharwaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gharwaspur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gharwaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gharwaspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gharwaspur
Where is Gharwaspur located?
Gharwaspur village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gharwaspur?
Gharwaspur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gharwaspur?
The pincode of Gharwaspur is 231304.
What is the population of Gharwaspur?
Gharwaspur has a total population of 1,214, including 631 males and 583 females.
How many households are there in Gharwaspur?
There are 172 households in Gharwaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Gharwaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gharwaspur is 72.32%. Male literacy is 77.34% and female literacy is 66.90%.