Gurash

Gurash is a village located in Kandaghat tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 28km away from district headquarter Kandaghat. Kandaghat is the sub-district headquarter of Gurash village. As per 2009 stats, Podhna is the gram panchayat of Gurash village.

Here you can discover what makes Gurash unique in its vibrant Kandaghat-Solan region. You’ll see Gurash’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Gurash

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurash is 022360. The village spans a total geographical area of 73.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173215. Sabathu is nearest town to Gurash village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Gurash 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 Solan 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 Gurash

According to the 2011 Census, Gurash has a total population of about 96, with approximately 49 males and 47 females. The sex ratio is around 959 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 17 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 75 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.46%, with male literacy at about 65.31% and female literacy near 57.45%. There are around 14 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gurash's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 96 49 47
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 17 10 7
Scheduled Castes (SC) 75 37 38
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 59 32 27
Illiterate Population 37 17 20

Connectivity of Gurash

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurash. As per the 2011 stats, Gurash 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gurash

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Gurash

Where is Gurash located?
Gurash village is situated in Kandaghat Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurash?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurash is Podhna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gurash?
The pincode of Gurash is 173215, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gurash as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurash is 96, with 49 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Gurash as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gurash village has a total of 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gurash as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurash is 61.46%. The male literacy rate is 65.31%, while the female literacy rate is 57.45%.