Garibpur - Kunda, Pratapgarh
Garibpur is a village situated in the Kunda tehsil of Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kunda and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Pratapgarh. Garibpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garibpur is 158483. The village covers a total geographical area of 107 hectares and falls under the 230128 pincode.
Garibpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Babaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaushambi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garibpur
According to the 2011 Census, Garibpur village had a total population of 1,640 people, including 792 males and 848 females, living in 281 households. The sex ratio was 1,071 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.32%, with male literacy at 86.77% and female literacy at 58.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 368.
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 | 1,640 | 792 | 848 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 213 | 104 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 368 | 168 | 200 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,032 | 597 | 435 |
| Illiterate Population | 608 | 195 | 413 |
Nearby Villages of Garibpur
Garibpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barhaipur | South-East | 1.26 km |
| Bheekhpur Kanidih | South-West | 1.62 km |
| Khemkaranpur | West | 1.75 km |
| Lochan Garh | North | 1.77 km |
| Kashipur Dubki | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Sarayindrawat | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Saraykhandeo | North | 2.25 km |
| Sansaripur | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Haripur | North-West | 2.53 km |
| Puredunnoo | North | 2.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garibpur
Garibpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Lalgopalganj, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Pratapgarh to Garibpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garibpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garibpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garibpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garibpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garibpur
Where is Garibpur located?
Garibpur village is located in Kunda Tehsil, Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garibpur?
Garibpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garibpur?
The pincode of Garibpur is 230128.
What is the population of Garibpur?
Garibpur had a total population of 1,640, including 792 males and 848 females.
How many households are there in Garibpur?
Garibpur had 281 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garibpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garibpur was 72.32%. Male literacy was 86.77% and female literacy was 58.86%.