Gardha - Koraon, Prayagraj
Gardha is a village situated in the Koraon tehsil of Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from Koraon and around 80 km from Allahabad. Gadha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gardha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gardha is 163701. The village covers a total geographical area of 586.82 hectares and falls under the 212306 pincode. Allahabad is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Gardha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Gardha
As per Census 2011, Gardha village has a total population of 3,336 people, consisting of 1,762 males and 1,574 females. The village has 563 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 583 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,823 literate and 1,513 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,079 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gardha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,336 | 1,762 | 1,574 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 583 | 324 | 259 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,079 | 577 | 502 |
| Literate Population | 1,823 | 1,118 | 705 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,513 | 644 | 869 |
Nearby Villages of Gardha
Gardha 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 Gardha
Gardha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Allahabad to Gardha is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Allahabad to Gardha is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gardha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gardha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gardha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gardha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gardha
Where is Gardha located?
Gardha village is located in Koraon Tehsil, Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gardha?
The Gram Panchayat of Gardha is Gadha.
What is the pincode of Gardha?
The pincode of Gardha is 212306.
What is the population of Gardha?
Gardha has a total population of 3,336, including 1,762 males and 1,574 females.
How many households are there in Gardha?
There are 563 households in Gardha.
What is the literacy rate in Gardha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gardha is 54.65%. Male literacy is 63.45% and female literacy is 44.79%.