Garhiganj - Kashipur, Udham Singh Nagar
Garhiganj is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Dhanauri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garhiganj village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhiganj is 055637. The village covers a total geographical area of 289.77 hectares and falls under the 244713 pincode. Kashipur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Garhiganj 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 Kashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garhiganj
According to the 2011 Census, Garhiganj village had a total population of 244 people, including 122 males and 122 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.49%, with male literacy at 80.65% and female literacy at 64.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 155.
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 | 244 | 122 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 77 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 137 | 75 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 47 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Garhiganj
Garhiganj 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 Garhiganj
Garhiganj is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Garhiganj.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kashipur to Garhiganj is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Garhiganj is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garhiganj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhiganj village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garhiganj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhiganj village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garhiganj
Where is Garhiganj located?
Garhiganj village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garhiganj?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhiganj is Dhanauri.
What is the pincode of Garhiganj?
The pincode of Garhiganj is 244713.
What is the population of Garhiganj?
Garhiganj had a total population of 244, including 122 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Garhiganj?
Garhiganj had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garhiganj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhiganj was 72.49%. Male literacy was 80.65% and female literacy was 64.58%.