Garapur - Lalganj, Pratapgarh
Garapur is a village situated in the Lalganj tehsil of Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalganj and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Pratapgarh. Rangauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garapur is 157966. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.13 hectares and falls under the 230130 pincode.
Garapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bishwavnathganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pratapgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garapur
As per Census 2011, Garapur village has a total population of 874 people, consisting of 354 males and 520 females. The village has 187 households and a sex ratio of 1,468 females per 1,000 males. There are 131 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 466 literate and 408 illiterate residents. Additionally, 183 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 874 | 354 | 520 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 67 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 183 | 76 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 466 | 227 | 239 |
| Illiterate Population | 408 | 127 | 281 |
Nearby Villages of Garapur
Garapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Itaora | North-West | 0.74 km |
| Usra Patti | North-East | 0.95 km |
| Ridhi | South-West | 1.42 km |
| Paharpur | South-East | 1.68 km |
| Tarapur | North | 1.84 km |
| Mishrpur | North-East | 1.90 km |
| Ragauli | West | 1.92 km |
| Pure Roop | South | 1.95 km |
| Harakpurasaon | North-West | 2.23 km |
| Itauri | South | 2.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garapur
Garapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Antu, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.9 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 Pratapgarh to Garapur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garapur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garapur
Where is Garapur located?
Garapur village is located in Lalganj Tehsil, Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Garapur is Rangauli.
What is the pincode of Garapur?
The pincode of Garapur is 230130.
What is the population of Garapur?
Garapur has a total population of 874, including 354 males and 520 females.
How many households are there in Garapur?
There are 187 households in Garapur.
What is the literacy rate in Garapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garapur is 53.32%. Male literacy is 64.12% and female literacy is 45.96%.