Guruwa
Guruwa is a village located in Hazaribag subdivision of Hazaribagh district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Hazaribagh,sadar (tehsildar office) and 5km away from district headquarter Hazaribagh. As per 2009 stats, Sakhiya is the gram panchayat of Guruwa village.
Here you can discover what makes Guruwa unique in its vibrant Hazaribag-Hazaribagh region. You’ll see Guruwa’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 Guruwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Guruwa is 368557. The village spans a total geographical area of 446.98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825301. Hazaribag is nearest town to Guruwa village for all major economic activities.
As per 2019 stats, Guruwa village comes under Hazaribagh assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Guruwa
Population of Guruwa
According to the 2011 Census, Guruwa has a total population of about 995, with approximately 559 males and 436 females. The sex ratio is around 779 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 129 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 324 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 163. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.50%, with male literacy at about 70.13% and female literacy near 45.87%. There are around 159 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Guruwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 995 | 559 | 436 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 62 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 324 | 167 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 163 | 122 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 592 | 392 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 403 | 167 | 236 |
Connectivity of Guruwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Guruwa. As per the 2011 stats, Guruwa 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Guruwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Guruwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Guruwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Guruwa
- Where is Guruwa located?
- Guruwa village is situated in Hazaribag Subdivision, within the Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Guruwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Guruwa is Sakhiya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Guruwa?
- The pincode of Guruwa is 825301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Guruwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Guruwa is 995, with 559 males and 436 females.
- How many households are there in Guruwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Guruwa village has a total of 159 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Guruwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Guruwa is 59.50%. The male literacy rate is 70.13%, while the female literacy rate is 45.87%.