Gurhi
Gurhi is a village located in Mahagama subdivision of Godda district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Mahagama (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Godda. As per 2009 stats, Garih is the gram panchayat of Gurhi village.
Here you can discover what makes Gurhi unique in its vibrant Mahagama-Godda region. You’ll see Gurhi’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 Gurhi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurhi is 356541. The village spans a total geographical area of 115 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814154. Mahagama is nearest town to Gurhi village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gurhi
Population of Gurhi
According to the 2011 Census, Gurhi has a total population of about 2,429, with approximately 1,253 males and 1,176 females. The sex ratio is around 938 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 540 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 393 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 27.21%, with male literacy at about 36.39% and female literacy near 17.43%. There are around 421 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gurhi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,429 | 1,253 | 1,176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 540 | 271 | 269 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 393 | 214 | 179 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 661 | 456 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,768 | 797 | 971 |
Connectivity of Gurhi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurhi. As per the 2011 stats, Gurhi 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gurhi
Knowing the nearby villages of Gurhi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gurhi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gurhi
- Where is Gurhi located?
- Gurhi village is situated in Mahagama Subdivision, within the Godda district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gurhi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gurhi is Garih (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gurhi?
- The pincode of Gurhi is 814154, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gurhi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurhi is 2,429, with 1,253 males and 1,176 females.
- How many households are there in Gurhi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gurhi village has a total of 421 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gurhi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurhi is 27.21%. The male literacy rate is 36.39%, while the female literacy rate is 17.43%.