Garama - Ghorawal, Sonbhadra
Garama is a village situated in the Ghorawal tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghorawal and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Divar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garama is 213229. The village covers a total geographical area of 710.32 hectares and falls under the 231210 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Garama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garama
As per Census 2011, Garama village has a total population of 1,266 people, consisting of 645 males and 621 females. The village has 261 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 242 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 582 literate and 684 illiterate residents. Additionally, 486 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 547 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,266 | 645 | 621 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 128 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 486 | 252 | 234 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 547 | 276 | 271 |
| Literate Population | 582 | 361 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 684 | 284 | 400 |
Nearby Villages of Garama
Garama 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khirahata | West | 2.32 km |
| Atarauli Kalan | North | 2.43 km |
| Mushrdhara | North | 2.63 km |
| Kewata | North | 2.65 km |
| Tendui | North-East | 2.97 km |
| Dugaulia | South-East | 3.10 km |
| Juriya | East | 3.10 km |
| Majhali | North | 3.50 km |
| Obaradih | North-East | 3.57 km |
| Mhunyw Pandy | North | 3.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garama
Garama is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Agori Khas, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Garama is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garama
Where is Garama located?
Garama village is located in Ghorawal Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garama?
The Gram Panchayat of Garama is Divar.
What is the pincode of Garama?
The pincode of Garama is 231210.
What is the population of Garama?
Garama has a total population of 1,266, including 645 males and 621 females.
How many households are there in Garama?
There are 261 households in Garama.
What is the literacy rate in Garama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garama is 45.97%. Male literacy is 55.97% and female literacy is 35.59%.