Muhammad Garh - Khalilabad, Sant Kabir Nagar
Muhammad Garh is a village situated in the Khalilabad tehsil of Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalilabad and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Sant Kabir Nagar. Muhammad Garh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muhammad Garh is 182394. The village covers a total geographical area of 128.33 hectares and falls under the 272125 pincode. Sant Kabir Nagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Muhammad Garh 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 Muhammad Garh
According to the 2011 Census, Muhammad Garh village had a total population of 1,063 people, including 514 males and 549 females, living in 159 households. The sex ratio was 1,068 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.17%, with male literacy at 63.37% and female literacy at 36.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 256.
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 | 1,063 | 514 | 549 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 110 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 256 | 126 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 415 | 256 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 648 | 258 | 390 |
Nearby Villages of Muhammad Garh
Muhammad Garh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sughara Mafi | South | 0.71 km |
| Tekensi Tekensa | North | 0.85 km |
| Pachawa | East | 0.87 km |
| Emilihwa | South-East | 1.57 km |
| Gangaicha | West | 1.63 km |
| Dulhipar | East | 1.64 km |
| Chaguria Baguria | North | 1.70 km |
| Basti Basta | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Katya | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Parsa Sheikh | North-West | 2.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Muhammad Garh
Public transport in the Muhammad Garh is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chureb, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Sant Kabir Nagar to Muhammad Garh is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sant Kabir Nagar to Muhammad Garh is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Muhammad Garh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muhammad Garh 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 Muhammad Garh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muhammad Garh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Muhammad Garh
Where is Muhammad Garh located?
Muhammad Garh village is located in Khalilabad Tehsil, Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Muhammad Garh?
Muhammad Garh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Muhammad Garh?
The pincode of Muhammad Garh is 272125.
What is the population of Muhammad Garh?
Muhammad Garh had a total population of 1,063, including 514 males and 549 females.
How many households are there in Muhammad Garh?
Muhammad Garh had 159 households.
What is the literacy rate in Muhammad Garh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muhammad Garh was 49.17%. Male literacy was 63.37% and female literacy was 36.14%.