Garapokhar - Mehdawal, Sant Kabir Nagar
Garapokhar is a village situated in the Mehdawal tehsil of Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehdawal and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Sant Kabir Nagar. Gangaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garapokhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garapokhar is 182015. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.67 hectares and falls under the 272148 pincode. Sant Kabir Nagar is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Garapokhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Garapokhar
According to the 2011 Census, Garapokhar village had a total population of 234 people, including 135 males and 99 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 733 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.51%, with male literacy at 52.53% and female literacy at 20.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41.
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 | 234 | 135 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 36 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 52 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 83 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Garapokhar
Garapokhar 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 Garapokhar
Garapokhar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sant Kabir Nagar to Garapokhar is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sant Kabir Nagar to Garapokhar is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garapokhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garapokhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Garapokhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garapokhar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garapokhar
Where is Garapokhar located?
Garapokhar village is located in Mehdawal Tehsil, Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garapokhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Garapokhar is Gangaura.
What is the pincode of Garapokhar?
The pincode of Garapokhar is 272148.
What is the population of Garapokhar?
Garapokhar had a total population of 234, including 135 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Garapokhar?
Garapokhar had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garapokhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garapokhar was 38.51%. Male literacy was 52.53% and female literacy was 20.00%.