Gurah Suraj - Marheen, Kathua
Gurah Suraj is a village situated in the Marheen tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from Hiranagar and around 25 km from Kathua. Dhamal serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Gurah Suraj village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurah Suraj is 002008. The village covers a total geographical area of 17 hectares and falls under the 184144 pincode. Hiranagar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Gurah Suraj village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Billawar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gurah Suraj
According to the 2011 Census, Gurah Suraj village had a total population of 81 people, including 43 males and 38 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.44%, with male literacy at 72.97% and female literacy at 65.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 81 | 43 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 16 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Gurah Suraj
Gurah Suraj 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 Gurah Suraj
Gurah Suraj is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Hiranagar to Gurah Suraj is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Gurah Suraj is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurah Suraj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurah Suraj 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 Gurah Suraj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurah Suraj 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gurah Suraj
Where is Gurah Suraj located?
Gurah Suraj village is located in Marheen Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Gurah Suraj?
The Halqa Panchayat of Gurah Suraj is Dhamal.
What is the pincode of Gurah Suraj?
The pincode of Gurah Suraj is 184144.
What is the population of Gurah Suraj?
Gurah Suraj had a total population of 81, including 43 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Gurah Suraj?
Gurah Suraj had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gurah Suraj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurah Suraj was 69.44%. Male literacy was 72.97% and female literacy was 65.71%.