Garh Sardar - Khalilabad, Sant Kabir Nagar
Garh Sardar is a village situated in the Khalilabad tehsil of Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalilabad and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Sant Kabir Nagar. Garh Sarpar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garh Sardar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garh Sardar is 182857. The village covers a total geographical area of 136.39 hectares and falls under the 272173 pincode. Khalilabad is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Garh Sardar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khalilabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garh Sardar
As per Census 2011, Garh Sardar village has a total population of 2,411 people, consisting of 1,234 males and 1,177 females. The village has 335 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 400 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,518 literate and 893 illiterate residents. Additionally, 980 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garh Sardar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,411 | 1,234 | 1,177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 400 | 208 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 980 | 510 | 470 |
| Literate Population | 1,518 | 915 | 603 |
| Illiterate Population | 893 | 319 | 574 |
Nearby Villages of Garh Sardar
Garh Sardar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manjharia Gulamrai | South-West | 0.79 km |
| Padaria | East | 0.97 km |
| Semarai | North-West | 0.98 km |
| Laximipur Nichaura | North | 1.08 km |
| Bharpurwa | South-East | 1.42 km |
| Baraie Par Bansman | West | 1.42 km |
| Banjaripur | South-West | 1.44 km |
| Kessar | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Revara | South | 1.73 km |
| Bayara | North-East | 1.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garh Sardar
Public transport in the Garh Sardar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Maghar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khalilabad to Garh Sardar is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sant Kabir Nagar to Garh Sardar is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garh Sardar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garh Sardar 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 Garh Sardar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garh Sardar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garh Sardar
Where is Garh Sardar located?
Garh Sardar village is located in Khalilabad Tehsil, Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garh Sardar?
The Gram Panchayat of Garh Sardar is Garh Sarpar.
What is the pincode of Garh Sardar?
The pincode of Garh Sardar is 272173.
What is the population of Garh Sardar?
Garh Sardar has a total population of 2,411, including 1,234 males and 1,177 females.
How many households are there in Garh Sardar?
There are 335 households in Garh Sardar.
What is the literacy rate in Garh Sardar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garh Sardar is 62.96%. Male literacy is 74.15% and female literacy is 51.23%.