Guruan

Guruan is a village located in Barsoi subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Barsoi (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Basalgaon is the gram panchayat of Guruan village.

Guruan has its own place in the vibrant Katihar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Guruan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Guruan is 225098. The village spans a total geographical area of 76.99 hectares. Raiganj (wb) is nearest town to Guruan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.

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Population of Guruan

Below is a concise population overview of Guruan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,148 613 535
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 256 131 125
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 328 194 134
Illiterate Population 820 419 401

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Guruan village:

  • The total population of Guruan village is around 1,148, including approximately 613 males and 535 females, with a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 256 children aged 0–6 years in Guruan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Guruan village is about 28.57%, with male literacy at 31.65% and female literacy at 25.05%.
  • There are around 214 households in Guruan village.

Connectivity of Guruan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Guruan. As per the 2011 stats, Guruan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Guruan

Knowing the nearby villages of Guruan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Guruan.

Basalgaon Nidhaur Kaliadangi Chaklamani Rajboe Panchpur Muraurf Matra Bathna Sutator Kotara Raghunathpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Guruan

Where is Guruan located?
Guruan village is situated in Barsoi Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guruan?
The Gram Panchayat of Guruan is Basalgaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Guruan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Guruan is 1,148, with 613 males and 535 females.
How many households are there in Guruan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Guruan village has a total of 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Guruan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Guruan is 28.57%. The male literacy rate is 31.65%, while the female literacy rate is 25.05%.