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.

Here you can discover what makes Guruan unique in its vibrant Barsoi-Katihar region. You’ll see Guruan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

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

According to the 2011 Census, Guruan has a total population of about 1,148, with approximately 613 males and 535 females. The sex ratio is around 872 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 256 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 28.57%, with male literacy at about 31.65% and female literacy near 25.05%. There are around 214 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Guruan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

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

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.

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%.