Gurchurwa
Gurchurwa is a village located in Majhaulia subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Majhaulia (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Bettiah. As per 2009 stats, Baithania Bhanachak is the gram panchayat of Gurchurwa village.
Here you can discover what makes Gurchurwa unique in its vibrant Majhaulia-Pashchim Champaran region. You’ll see Gurchurwa’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 Gurchurwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurchurwa is 217312. The village spans a total geographical area of 188 hectares. Bettiah is nearest town to Gurchurwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Gurchurwa
Population of Gurchurwa
According to the 2011 Census, Gurchurwa has a total population of about 3,908, with approximately 1,957 males and 1,951 females. The sex ratio is around 996 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 779 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,045 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 7. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.60%, with male literacy at about 54.68% and female literacy near 38.49%. There are around 673 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gurchurwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,908 | 1,957 | 1,951 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 779 | 404 | 375 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,045 | 531 | 514 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,821 | 1,070 | 751 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,087 | 887 | 1,200 |
Connectivity of Gurchurwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurchurwa. As per the 2011 stats, Gurchurwa 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 Gurchurwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Gurchurwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gurchurwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gurchurwa
- Where is Gurchurwa located?
- Gurchurwa village is situated in Majhaulia Subdivision, within the Pashchim Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gurchurwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gurchurwa is Baithania Bhanachak (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gurchurwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurchurwa is 3,908, with 1,957 males and 1,951 females.
- How many households are there in Gurchurwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gurchurwa village has a total of 673 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gurchurwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurchurwa is 46.60%. The male literacy rate is 54.68%, while the female literacy rate is 38.49%.