Ghuraka
Ghuraka is a village located in Bhaderwah tehsil of Doda district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Baderwah (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Doda. As per 2009 stats, Guraka is the gram panchayat of Ghuraka village.
Here you can discover what makes Ghuraka unique in its vibrant Bhaderwah-Doda region. You’ll see Ghuraka’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 Ghuraka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghuraka is 004416. The village spans a total geographical area of 193.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182221. Baderwah is nearest town to Ghuraka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Ghuraka
Population of Ghuraka
According to the 2011 Census, Ghuraka has a total population of about 1,008, with approximately 504 males and 504 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 168 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 299 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 61.01%, with male literacy at about 73.02% and female literacy near 49.01%. There are around 194 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghuraka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,008 | 504 | 504 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 85 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 299 | 149 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 615 | 368 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 393 | 136 | 257 |
Connectivity of Ghuraka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghuraka. As per the 2011 stats, Ghuraka 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 Ghuraka
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghuraka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghuraka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghuraka
- Where is Ghuraka located?
- Ghuraka village is situated in Bhaderwah Tehsil, within the Doda district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghuraka?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ghuraka is Guraka (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ghuraka?
- The pincode of Ghuraka is 182221, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghuraka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghuraka is 1,008, with 504 males and 504 females.
- How many households are there in Ghuraka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghuraka village has a total of 194 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghuraka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghuraka is 61.01%. The male literacy rate is 73.02%, while the female literacy rate is 49.01%.