Guruburu - Murhu, Khunti
Guruburu is a village situated in the Murhu subdivision of Khunti district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murhu and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Khunti. Gutuhatu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guruburu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guruburu is 375114. The village covers a total geographical area of 79 hectares and falls under the 835210 pincode. Khunti is the nearest town.
Guruburu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Guruburu
According to the 2011 Census, Guruburu village had a total population of 218 people, including 112 males and 106 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.74%, with male literacy at 63.00% and female literacy at 35.48%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 200.
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 | 218 | 112 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 200 | 103 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 63 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 49 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Guruburu
Guruburu 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 Guruburu
Guruburu 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Khunti to Guruburu is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guruburu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guruburu 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Guruburu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guruburu 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 Guruburu
Where is Guruburu located?
Guruburu village is located in Murhu Subdivision, Khunti district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Guruburu?
The Gram Panchayat of Guruburu is Gutuhatu.
What is the pincode of Guruburu?
The pincode of Guruburu is 835210.
What is the population of Guruburu?
Guruburu had a total population of 218, including 112 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Guruburu?
Guruburu had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Guruburu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guruburu was 49.74%. Male literacy was 63.00% and female literacy was 35.48%.