Gurour - Namhol, Bilaspur
Gurour is a village situated in the Namhol tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Soldha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gurour village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurour is 019871. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 174032 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Gurour village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gurour
According to the 2011 Census, Gurour village had a total population of 245 people, including 128 males and 117 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.24%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 68.27%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 245 | 128 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 169 | 98 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 30 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Gurour
Gurour 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 Gurour
Gurour is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Gurour is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurour
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurour 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Gurour
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurour village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gurour
Where is Gurour located?
Gurour village is located in Namhol Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gurour?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurour is Soldha.
What is the pincode of Gurour?
The pincode of Gurour is 174032.
What is the population of Gurour?
Gurour had a total population of 245, including 128 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Gurour?
Gurour had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gurour?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurour was 78.24%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 68.27%.