Garhi - Misrikh, Sitapur
Garhi is a village situated in the Misrikh tehsil of Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Misrikh and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Sitapur. Garhi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhi is 137188. The village covers a total geographical area of 267.4 hectares and falls under the 261131 pincode.
Garhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Misrikh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Garhi
As per Census 2011, Garhi village has a total population of 2,377 people, consisting of 1,208 males and 1,169 females. The village has 434 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 433 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,069 literate and 1,308 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,518 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garhi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,377 | 1,208 | 1,169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 433 | 206 | 227 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,518 | 764 | 754 |
| Literate Population | 1,069 | 679 | 390 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,308 | 529 | 779 |
Nearby Villages of Garhi
Garhi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Haripalpur | South-East | 1.45 km |
| Raja Gaon | West | 1.58 km |
| Mirachouri | East | 2.21 km |
| Senpur | North | 2.34 km |
| Padari | North-West | 2.54 km |
| Bhaupur | North-West | 2.58 km |
| Paidapur | North-West | 2.60 km |
| Rajpur Pratap | West | 3.05 km |
| Bhidhaura | South-East | 3.08 km |
| Barsandhia | North-West | 3.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garhi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Garhi. The nearest railway station is Barai Jalalpur, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sitapur to Garhi is about 47 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 Garhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhi 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Garhi
Where is Garhi located?
Garhi village is located in Misrikh Tehsil, Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garhi?
Garhi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garhi?
The pincode of Garhi is 261131.
What is the population of Garhi?
Garhi has a total population of 2,377, including 1,208 males and 1,169 females.
How many households are there in Garhi?
There are 434 households in Garhi.
What is the literacy rate in Garhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhi is 44.97%. Male literacy is 56.21% and female literacy is 33.36%.