Gurah
About Gurah
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gurah village is 009139. Gurah village is located in Jawali tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 78km away from district headquarter Jawali. Jawali is the sub-district headquarter of Gurah village. As per 2009 stats, Panalath is the gram panchayat of Gurah village.
The total geographical area of village is 63.61 hectares. Gurah has a total population of 278 peoples, out of which male population is 142 while female population is 136. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 957 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gurah village is 76.98% out of which 79.58% males and 74.26% females are literate. There are about 60 houses in gurah village. Pincode of gurah village locality is 176023.
When it comes to administration, Gurah village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gurah village comes under Jawali Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Nurpur is nearest town to gurah village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Gurah
The population details of Gurah cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 278 | 142 | 136 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 30 | 19 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 78 | 39 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 214 | 113 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 29 | 35 |
Connectivity of Gurah
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gurah
Where is Gurah located?
Gurah village is situated in Jawali Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurah?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurah is Panalath (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gurah?
The pincode of Gurah is 176023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gurah as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurah is 278, with 142 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Gurah as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gurah village has a total of 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gurah as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurah is 76.98%. The male literacy rate is 79.58%, while the female literacy rate is 74.26%.