Garasa - Misrikh, Sitapur
Garasa is a village situated in the Misrikh tehsil of Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Misrikh and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Sitapur. Aambi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garasa is 136924. The village covers a total geographical area of 182.07 hectares and falls under the 261401 pincode.
Garasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maholi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhaurahra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garasa
According to the 2011 Census, Garasa village had a total population of 1,527 people, including 816 males and 711 females, living in 257 households. The sex ratio was 871 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.56%, with male literacy at 75.33% and female literacy at 47.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 342.
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 | 1,527 | 816 | 711 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 269 | 139 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 342 | 185 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 787 | 510 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 740 | 306 | 434 |
Nearby Villages of Garasa
Garasa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ambi | East | 1.27 km |
| Metukapur | North-East | 1.51 km |
| Khamharia | North-East | 1.73 km |
| Satnapur | West | 1.79 km |
| Deogaonwa | South | 1.92 km |
| Husenpur | South-West | 2.24 km |
| Gaurasikala | East | 2.42 km |
| Abdipur | North-East | 2.64 km |
| Rannoopur | South-East | 2.66 km |
| Navalpur | South | 2.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garasa
Garasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barmi, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sitapur to Garasa is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garasa 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Garasa
Where is Garasa located?
Garasa village is located in Misrikh Tehsil, Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Garasa is Aambi.
What is the pincode of Garasa?
The pincode of Garasa is 261401.
What is the population of Garasa?
Garasa had a total population of 1,527, including 816 males and 711 females.
How many households are there in Garasa?
Garasa had 257 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garasa was 62.56%. Male literacy was 75.33% and female literacy was 47.68%.