Gurash - Kandaghat, Solan
Gurash is a village situated in the Kandaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Podhna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gurash village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurash is 022360. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.62 hectares and falls under the 173215 pincode. Sabathu is the nearest town.
Gurash village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Solan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gurash
According to the 2011 Census, Gurash village had a total population of 96 people, including 49 males and 47 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.68%, with male literacy at 82.05% and female literacy at 67.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 75.
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 | 96 | 49 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 37 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 32 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 17 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Gurash
Gurash 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 Gurash
Gurash is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Gurash is about 28 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 Gurash
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurash village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gurash
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurash village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gurash
Where is Gurash located?
Gurash village is located in Kandaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurash?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurash is Podhna.
What is the pincode of Gurash?
The pincode of Gurash is 173215.
What is the population of Gurash?
Gurash had a total population of 96, including 49 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Gurash?
Gurash had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gurash?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurash was 74.68%. Male literacy was 82.05% and female literacy was 67.50%.