Ghurania - Naharkatiya, Dibrugarh
Ghurania is a village situated in the Naharkatiya subdivision of Dibrugarh district, Assam. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naharkatiya and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Dibrugarh. Borbam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghurania village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghurania is 292304. The village covers a total geographical area of 143.41 hectares and falls under the 786611 pincode. Naharkatiya is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ghurania village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghurania
As per Census 2011, Ghurania village has a total population of 697 people, consisting of 360 males and 337 females. The village has 150 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 594 literate and 103 illiterate residents. Additionally, 108 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghurania are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 697 | 360 | 337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 29 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 108 | 58 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 594 | 322 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 38 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Ghurania
Ghurania 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 Ghurania
Ghurania is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ghurania.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Naharkatiya to Ghurania is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dibrugarh to Ghurania is about 65 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 Ghurania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghurania village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghurania
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghurania 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghurania
Where is Ghurania located?
Ghurania village is located in Naharkatiya Subdivision, Dibrugarh district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghurania?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghurania is Borbam.
What is the pincode of Ghurania?
The pincode of Ghurania is 786611.
What is the population of Ghurania?
Ghurania has a total population of 697, including 360 males and 337 females.
How many households are there in Ghurania?
There are 150 households in Ghurania.
What is the literacy rate in Ghurania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghurania is 85.22%. Male literacy is 89.44% and female literacy is 80.71%.