Gura Charala - Sunderbani, Rajouri
Gura Charala is a village situated in the Sunderbani tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sunderbani and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Rajouri. Patrara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gura Charala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gura Charala is 001627. The village covers a total geographical area of 241.2 hectares and falls under the 185153 pincode. Sunderbani is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Gura Charala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gura Charala
As per Census 2011, Gura Charala village has a total population of 622 people, consisting of 305 males and 317 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 100 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 380 literate and 242 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gura Charala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 622 | 305 | 317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 47 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 380 | 220 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 85 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Gura Charala
Gura Charala 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 Gura Charala
Gura Charala 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunderbani to Gura Charala is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Gura Charala is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gura Charala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gura Charala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gura Charala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gura Charala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gura Charala
Where is Gura Charala located?
Gura Charala village is located in Sunderbani Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gura Charala?
The Gram Panchayat of Gura Charala is Patrara.
What is the pincode of Gura Charala?
The pincode of Gura Charala is 185153.
What is the population of Gura Charala?
Gura Charala has a total population of 622, including 305 males and 317 females.
How many households are there in Gura Charala?
There are 136 households in Gura Charala.
What is the literacy rate in Gura Charala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gura Charala is 61.09%. Male literacy is 72.13% and female literacy is 50.47%.