Garwa - Ghorawal, Sonbhadra
Garwa is a village situated in the Ghorawal tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghorawal and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Khajuraul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garwa is 213160. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.55 hectares and falls under the 231210 pincode.
Garwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Garwa
According to the 2011 Census, Garwa village had a total population of 179 people, including 91 males and 88 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.29%, with male literacy at 70.59% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 47.
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 | 179 | 91 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 48 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 43 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Garwa
Garwa is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Garwa
Garwa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sonbhadra to Garwa is about 28 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 Garwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garwa 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garwa
Where is Garwa located?
Garwa village is located in Ghorawal Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Garwa is Khajuraul.
What is the pincode of Garwa?
The pincode of Garwa is 231210.
What is the population of Garwa?
Garwa had a total population of 179, including 91 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Garwa?
Garwa had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garwa was 60.29%. Male literacy was 70.59% and female literacy was 50.00%.