Garhawa - Marihan, Mirzapur
Garhawa is a village situated in the Marihan tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Marihan and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Garhwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garhawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhawa is 212200. The village covers a total geographical area of 1748 hectares and falls under the 231309 pincode.
Garhawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garhawa
As per Census 2011, Garhawa village has a total population of 1,717 people, consisting of 877 males and 840 females. The village has 293 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 392 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 477 literate and 1,240 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,211 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garhawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,717 | 877 | 840 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 392 | 212 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,211 | 620 | 591 |
| Literate Population | 477 | 284 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,240 | 593 | 647 |
Nearby Villages of Garhawa
Garhawa is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Garhawa
Garhawa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mirzapur to Garhawa is about 46 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 Garhawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhawa 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garhawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhawa 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garhawa
Where is Garhawa located?
Garhawa village is located in Marihan Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garhawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhawa is Garhwa.
What is the pincode of Garhawa?
The pincode of Garhawa is 231309.
What is the population of Garhawa?
Garhawa has a total population of 1,717, including 877 males and 840 females.
How many households are there in Garhawa?
There are 293 households in Garhawa.
What is the literacy rate in Garhawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhawa is 27.78%. Male literacy is 32.38% and female literacy is 22.98%.