Gurturi - Pratappur, Chatra
Gurturi is a village situated in the Pratappur subdivision of Chatra district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pratappur and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Chatra. Dumarwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gurturi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurturi is 348415. The village covers a total geographical area of 226 hectares and falls under the 825404 pincode. Pratappur is the nearest town.
Gurturi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gurturi
As per Census 2011, Gurturi village has a total population of 656 people, consisting of 318 males and 338 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 1,062 females per 1,000 males. There are 143 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 291 literate and 365 illiterate residents. Additionally, 366 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gurturi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 656 | 318 | 338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 65 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 366 | 186 | 180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 291 | 175 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 365 | 143 | 222 |
Nearby Villages of Gurturi
Gurturi 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 Gurturi
Gurturi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chatra to Gurturi is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurturi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurturi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gurturi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurturi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gurturi
Where is Gurturi located?
Gurturi village is located in Pratappur Subdivision, Chatra district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurturi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurturi is Dumarwar.
What is the pincode of Gurturi?
The pincode of Gurturi is 825404.
What is the population of Gurturi?
Gurturi has a total population of 656, including 318 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Gurturi?
There are 105 households in Gurturi.
What is the literacy rate in Gurturi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurturi is 44.36%. Male literacy is 55.03% and female literacy is 34.32%.