Garwapur - Powayan, Shahjahanpur
Garwapur is a village situated in the Powayan tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Powayan and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Garvapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garwapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garwapur is 133213. The village covers a total geographical area of 141.6 hectares and falls under the 242001 pincode.
Garwapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tilhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahjahanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garwapur
As per Census 2011, Garwapur village has a total population of 1,172 people, consisting of 642 males and 530 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 825 females per 1,000 males. There are 182 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 630 literate and 542 illiterate residents. Additionally, 188 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garwapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,172 | 642 | 530 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 96 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 188 | 96 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 630 | 405 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 542 | 237 | 305 |
Nearby Villages of Garwapur
Garwapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bazpur J. Jathapura | North-East | 1.07 km |
| Dhakia Ranwas | South-West | 1.10 km |
| Jathapura J. Bazpur | North-East | 1.12 km |
| Adampur | South-East | 1.27 km |
| Benipur | East | 1.27 km |
| Kathpura | West | 1.50 km |
| Gola Raipur | North-West | 1.79 km |
| Nagla Lahauri | South-East | 1.99 km |
| Taharpur | East | 2.19 km |
| Dhakia Hamid Nagar | South | 2.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garwapur
Public transport in the Garwapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dhakia Tiwari, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Shahjahanpur to Garwapur is about 18 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 Garwapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garwapur 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 Garwapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garwapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garwapur
Where is Garwapur located?
Garwapur village is located in Powayan Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garwapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Garwapur is Garvapur.
What is the pincode of Garwapur?
The pincode of Garwapur is 242001.
What is the population of Garwapur?
Garwapur has a total population of 1,172, including 642 males and 530 females.
How many households are there in Garwapur?
There are 204 households in Garwapur.
What is the literacy rate in Garwapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garwapur is 53.75%. Male literacy is 63.08% and female literacy is 42.45%.