Garawa - Obra, Sonbhadra
Garawa is a village situated in the Obra tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from Robertsganj and around 55 km from Sonbhadra Lodhi. Chakariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garawa is 214001. The village covers a total geographical area of 2026.47 hectares and falls under the 231226 pincode. Robertsganj is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Garawa 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 Robertsganj Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Garawa
According to the 2011 Census, Garawa village had a total population of 375 people, including 193 males and 182 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.33%, with male literacy at 43.51% and female literacy at 21.37%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 185.
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 | 375 | 193 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 39 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 185 | 94 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 95 | 67 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 280 | 126 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Garawa
Garawa 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 Garawa
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Garawa. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Garawa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Robertsganj to Garawa is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra Lodhi to Garawa is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garawa 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garawa
Where is Garawa located?
Garawa village is located in Obra Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Garawa is Chakariya.
What is the pincode of Garawa?
The pincode of Garawa is 231226.
What is the population of Garawa?
Garawa had a total population of 375, including 193 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Garawa?
Garawa had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garawa was 33.33%. Male literacy was 43.51% and female literacy was 21.37%.