Garan - Koraon, Prayagraj
Garan is a village situated in the Koraon tehsil of Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from Koraon and around 72 km from Allahabad. Ulda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garan is 163638. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.12 hectares and falls under the 212306 pincode. Allahabad is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Garan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koraon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Allahabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garan
According to the 2011 Census, Garan village had a total population of 484 people, including 258 males and 226 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.92%, with male literacy at 74.77% and female literacy at 51.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35.
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 | 484 | 258 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 40 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 264 | 163 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 220 | 95 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Garan
Garan 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 Garan
Garan 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Allahabad to Garan is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Allahabad to Garan is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garan
Where is Garan located?
Garan village is located in Koraon Tehsil, Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garan?
The Gram Panchayat of Garan is Ulda.
What is the pincode of Garan?
The pincode of Garan is 212306.
What is the population of Garan?
Garan had a total population of 484, including 258 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Garan?
Garan had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garan was 63.92%. Male literacy was 74.77% and female literacy was 51.79%.