Garabandha - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Garabandha is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 63 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garabandha is 214095. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.14 hectares and falls under the 231218 pincode. Dudhi is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Garabandha is administered under an Urban Local Body. For political representation, the village falls under the Obra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garabandha
As per Census 2011, Garabandha village has a total population of 2,654 people, consisting of 1,420 males and 1,234 females. The village has 492 households and a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males. There are 371 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,897 literate and 757 illiterate residents. Additionally, 636 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garabandha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,654 | 1,420 | 1,234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 371 | 212 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 636 | 333 | 303 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,897 | 1,103 | 794 |
| Illiterate Population | 757 | 317 | 440 |
Nearby Villages of Garabandha
Garabandha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Partaliya | North | 1.20 km |
| Rehta | South-West | 1.23 km |
| Parasi (ct) | North-West | 1.32 km |
| Anpara (ct) | North | 2.96 km |
| Kakari | West | 3.32 km |
| Basi | South-West | 3.65 km |
| Jamshila (ct) | South-West | 3.93 km |
| Nakati | North-West | 4.56 km |
| Auri | North-West | 5.39 km |
| Mishra | South-West | 5.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garabandha
The nearest railway station is Krishnashilla, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 115.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dudhi to Garabandha is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Garabandha is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Garabandha
Where is Garabandha located?
Garabandha village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the pincode of Garabandha?
The pincode of Garabandha is 231218.
What is the population of Garabandha?
Garabandha has a total population of 2,654, including 1,420 males and 1,234 females.
How many households are there in Garabandha?
There are 492 households in Garabandha.
What is the literacy rate in Garabandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garabandha is 71.48%. Male literacy is 77.68% and female literacy is 64.34%.