Guri Kalan - Chauparan, Hazaribagh
Guri Kalan is a village situated in the Chauparan subdivision of Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chauparan and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Hazaribagh. Daihar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guri Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guri Kalan is 367723. The village covers a total geographical area of 17.6 hectares and falls under the 825408 pincode.
Guri Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Guri Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Guri Kalan village had a total population of 323 people, including 172 males and 151 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 878 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.84%, with male literacy at 59.73% and female literacy at 42.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 126, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 323 | 172 | 151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 23 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 66 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 89 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 83 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Guri Kalan
Guri Kalan 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 Guri Kalan
Guri Kalan 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 >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 Hazaribagh to Guri Kalan is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guri Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guri Kalan 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Guri Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guri Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Guri Kalan
Where is Guri Kalan located?
Guri Kalan village is located in Chauparan Subdivision, Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guri Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Guri Kalan is Daihar.
What is the pincode of Guri Kalan?
The pincode of Guri Kalan is 825408.
What is the population of Guri Kalan?
Guri Kalan had a total population of 323, including 172 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Guri Kalan?
Guri Kalan had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Guri Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guri Kalan was 51.84%. Male literacy was 59.73% and female literacy was 42.28%.