Gurhet
Gurhet is a village located in Hazaribag subdivision of Hazaribagh district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 15km away from Hazaribagh, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Gurhet village. As per 2009 stats, Gurhet village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gurhet unique in its vibrant Hazaribag-Hazaribagh region. You’ll see Gurhet’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 Gurhet
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurhet is 368545. The village spans a total geographical area of 477.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825317. Hazaribag is nearest town to Gurhet village for all major economic activities.
As per 2019 stats, Gurhet village comes under Hazaribagh assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Gurhet
Population of Gurhet
According to the 2011 Census, Gurhet has a total population of about 1,349, with approximately 670 males and 679 females. The sex ratio is around 1013 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 246 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 601 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 191. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.37%, with male literacy at about 52.84% and female literacy near 34.02%. There are around 230 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gurhet's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,349 | 670 | 679 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 246 | 122 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 601 | 293 | 308 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 191 | 93 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 585 | 354 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 764 | 316 | 448 |
Connectivity of Gurhet
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurhet. As per the 2011 stats, Gurhet had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gurhet
Knowing the nearby villages of Gurhet helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gurhet.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gurhet
- Where is Gurhet located?
- Gurhet village is situated in Hazaribag Subdivision, within the Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gurhet?
- Gurhet serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gurhet?
- The pincode of Gurhet is 825317, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gurhet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurhet is 1,349, with 670 males and 679 females.
- How many households are there in Gurhet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gurhet village has a total of 230 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gurhet as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurhet is 43.37%. The male literacy rate is 52.84%, while the female literacy rate is 34.02%.