Gurha Kalan
Gurha Kalan is a village located in Bishrampur subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Bishrampur (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Palamu. As per 2009 stats, Gurha Kalan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gurha Kalan unique in its vibrant Bishrampur-Palamu region. You’ll see Gurha Kalan’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 Gurha Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurha Kalan is 365757. The village spans a total geographical area of 199 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822124. Bishrampur is nearest town to Gurha Kalan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gurha Kalan
Population of Gurha Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Gurha Kalan has a total population of about 1,738, with approximately 899 males and 839 females. The sex ratio is around 933 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 253 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 721 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 59.61%, with male literacy at about 70.30% and female literacy near 48.15%. There are around 285 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gurha Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,738 | 899 | 839 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 253 | 135 | 118 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 721 | 365 | 356 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,036 | 632 | 404 |
Illiterate Population | 702 | 267 | 435 |
Connectivity of Gurha Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurha Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Gurha Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gurha Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Gurha Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gurha Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gurha Kalan
- Where is Gurha Kalan located?
- Gurha Kalan village is situated in Bishrampur Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gurha Kalan?
- Gurha Kalan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gurha Kalan?
- The pincode of Gurha Kalan is 822124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gurha Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurha Kalan is 1,738, with 899 males and 839 females.
- How many households are there in Gurha Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gurha Kalan village has a total of 285 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gurha Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurha Kalan is 59.61%. The male literacy rate is 70.30%, while the female literacy rate is 48.15%.