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
According to the 2011 Census, Garwapur village had a total population of 1,172 people, including 642 males and 530 females, living in 204 households. The sex ratio was 826 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.64%, with male literacy at 74.18% and female literacy at 50.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 188.
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 | 1,172 | 642 | 530 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 96 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 188 | 96 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,172, including 642 males and 530 females.
How many households are there in Garwapur?
Garwapur had 204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garwapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garwapur was 63.64%. Male literacy was 74.18% and female literacy was 50.68%.