Garawa - Robertsganj, Sonbhadra
Garawa is a village situated in the Robertsganj tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Roberts Ganj and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Bharahiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garawa is 213442. The village covers a total geographical area of 1.587 hectares and falls under the 231216 pincode. Robertsganj is the nearest town, located about 4 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 Ghorawal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garawa
According to the 2011 Census, Garawa village had a total population of 321 people, including 159 males and 162 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.54%, with male literacy at 81.88% and female literacy at 50.75%.
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 | 321 | 159 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 21 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 113 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 46 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Garawa
Garawa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chakariya | South-West | 2.55 km |
| Gurar | North | 2.55 km |
| Narhati | South-East | 3.51 km |
| Kumharwar | North-West | 3.72 km |
| Gayghat | South | 3.74 km |
| Pirari | East | 3.81 km |
| Chanchikhurd | South-East | 4.52 km |
| Jhariya | West | 5.19 km |
| Mahuna | North-East | 5.35 km |
| Ramagarh | South | 5.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garawa
Garawa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Churk, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Robertsganj to Garawa is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Garawa is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. 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 >10 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garawa
Where is Garawa located?
Garawa village is located in Robertsganj Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Garawa is Bharahiya.
What is the pincode of Garawa?
The pincode of Garawa is 231216.
What is the population of Garawa?
Garawa had a total population of 321, including 159 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Garawa?
Garawa had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garawa was 66.54%. Male literacy was 81.88% and female literacy was 50.75%.