Garhamaur - Naugarh, Siddharthnagar
Garhamaur is a village situated in the Naugarh tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naugarh and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Gadhmor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garhamaur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhamaur is 176406. The village covers a total geographical area of 246.27 hectares and falls under the 272206 pincode. Siddharthnagar is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Garhamaur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapilvastu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garhamaur
As per Census 2011, Garhamaur village has a total population of 2,469 people, consisting of 1,246 males and 1,223 females. The village has 334 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 511 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,076 literate and 1,393 illiterate residents. Additionally, 443 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garhamaur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,469 | 1,246 | 1,223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 511 | 258 | 253 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 443 | 235 | 208 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 1,076 | 690 | 386 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,393 | 556 | 837 |
Nearby Villages of Garhamaur
Garhamaur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tighara | North-East | 1.26 km |
| Lakari | South-East | 1.32 km |
| Dafalipur | West | 1.40 km |
| Sikari Bakhariya | South-West | 1.64 km |
| Panani | South | 1.82 km |
| Mahathawal | East | 2.09 km |
| Mahadewa | South-West | 2.20 km |
| Semari | North-East | 2.37 km |
| Darjipur | South-East | 2.38 km |
| Panera | West | 2.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garhamaur
Garhamaur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Naugarh, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Siddharthnagar to Garhamaur is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garhamaur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhamaur 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 Garhamaur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhamaur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garhamaur
Where is Garhamaur located?
Garhamaur village is located in Naugarh Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garhamaur?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhamaur is Gadhmor.
What is the pincode of Garhamaur?
The pincode of Garhamaur is 272206.
What is the population of Garhamaur?
Garhamaur has a total population of 2,469, including 1,246 males and 1,223 females.
How many households are there in Garhamaur?
There are 334 households in Garhamaur.
What is the literacy rate in Garhamaur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhamaur is 43.58%. Male literacy is 55.38% and female literacy is 31.56%.