Gurhanwa

Gurhanwa is a village located in Dhaka subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Dhaka (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Parari is the gram panchayat of Gurhanwa village.

Gurhanwa has its own place in the vibrant Purba Champaran 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 Gurhanwa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurhanwa is 217824. The village spans a total geographical area of 106 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 845304. Dhaka is nearest town to Gurhanwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.

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Population of Gurhanwa

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,411 1,818 1,593
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 740 401 339
Scheduled Castes (SC) 483 261 222
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,479 903 576
Illiterate Population 1,932 915 1,017

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

  • The total population of Gurhanwa village is around 3,411, including approximately 1,818 males and 1,593 females, with a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 740 children aged 0–6 years in Gurhanwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gurhanwa village has 483 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gurhanwa village is about 43.36%, with male literacy at 49.67% and female literacy at 36.16%.
  • There are around 738 households in Gurhanwa village.

Connectivity of Gurhanwa

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

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

Nearby Villages of Gurhanwa

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

Kharhui Bara Farid Tilahra Kalan Barharwa Telhara Khurd Dostiya Bhawanipur Balua Tola Goapari Mahuawa Dostiya Phulwariya Chandan Bara Barwa

Frequently Asked Questions about Gurhanwa

Where is Gurhanwa located?
Gurhanwa village is situated in Dhaka Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurhanwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurhanwa is Parari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gurhanwa?
The pincode of Gurhanwa is 845304, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gurhanwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurhanwa is 3,411, with 1,818 males and 1,593 females.
How many households are there in Gurhanwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gurhanwa village has a total of 738 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gurhanwa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurhanwa is 43.36%. The male literacy rate is 49.67%, while the female literacy rate is 36.16%.