Guruwala
Guruwala is a village located in Paonta Sahib tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 63km away from district headquarter Paonta Sahib. Paonta Sahib is the sub-district headquarter of Guruwala village. As per 2009 stats, Bhagani is the gram panchayat of Guruwala village.
Guruwala has its own place in the vibrant Sirmaur 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 Guruwala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Guruwala is 023386. The village spans a total geographical area of 197 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173025. Paonta Sahib is nearest town to Guruwala village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Guruwala village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Paonta Sahib Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Guruwala
Below is a concise population overview of Guruwala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 497 | 256 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 29 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 26 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 330 | 194 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 62 | 105 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Guruwala village:
- The total population of Guruwala village is around 497, including approximately 256 males and 241 females, with a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 63 children aged 0–6 years in Guruwala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Guruwala village has 49 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 39 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Guruwala village is about 66.40%, with male literacy at 75.78% and female literacy at 56.43%.
- There are around 96 households in Guruwala village.
Connectivity of Guruwala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Guruwala. As per the 2011 stats, Guruwala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Guruwala
Knowing the nearby villages of Guruwala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Guruwala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Guruwala
- Where is Guruwala located?
- Guruwala village is situated in Paonta Sahib Tehsil, within the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Guruwala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Guruwala is Bhagani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Guruwala?
- The pincode of Guruwala is 173025, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Guruwala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Guruwala is 497, with 256 males and 241 females.
- How many households are there in Guruwala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Guruwala village has a total of 96 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Guruwala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Guruwala is 66.40%. The male literacy rate is 75.78%, while the female literacy rate is 56.43%.