Garha - Salon, Rae Bareli
Garha is a village situated in the Salon tehsil of Rae Bareli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Salon and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Rae Bareli. Garha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garha is 145406. The village covers a total geographical area of 342.66 hectares and falls under the 229307 pincode. Rae Bareli is the nearest town.
Garha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Garha
According to the 2011 Census, Garha village had a total population of 2,060 people, including 1,068 males and 992 females, living in 339 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.78%, with male literacy at 69.56% and female literacy at 49.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 715.
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 | 2,060 | 1,068 | 992 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 317 | 158 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 715 | 363 | 352 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,042 | 633 | 409 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,018 | 435 | 583 |
Nearby Villages of Garha
Garha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sujwariya | South | 1.10 km |
| Medapur | North-West | 1.51 km |
| Bewal | South-East | 1.98 km |
| Chhatoh | West | 2.42 km |
| Sulaipur | South | 2.74 km |
| Kunwar Mau | North | 2.81 km |
| Hari Rampur Tirra | North | 3.24 km |
| Kapoorpur | West | 3.35 km |
| Bhawari | South | 3.46 km |
| Nasirpur | South-East | 3.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garha
Garha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bani, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Rae Bareli to Garha 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 Garha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garha 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 Garha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garha 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garha
Where is Garha located?
Garha village is located in Salon Tehsil, Rae Bareli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garha?
Garha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garha?
The pincode of Garha is 229307.
What is the population of Garha?
Garha had a total population of 2,060, including 1,068 males and 992 females.
How many households are there in Garha?
Garha had 339 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garha was 59.78%. Male literacy was 69.56% and female literacy was 49.10%.