Ghurwa
Ghurwa is a village located in Hussainabad subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. Palamu and Hussainabad are the district & sub-district headquarters of Ghurwa village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Urdhwar Manjurahar is the gram panchayat of Ghurwa village.
Here you can discover what makes Ghurwa unique in its vibrant Hussainabad-Palamu region. You’ll see Ghurwa’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 Ghurwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghurwa is 365095. The village spans a total geographical area of 87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822116. Hussainabad is nearest town to Ghurwa village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Ghurwa
Population of Ghurwa
According to the 2011 Census, Ghurwa has a total population of about 529, with approximately 278 males and 251 females. The sex ratio is around 902 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 87 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 212 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 61.25%, with male literacy at about 73.02% and female literacy near 48.21%. There are around 68 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghurwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 529 | 278 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 44 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 212 | 114 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 324 | 203 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 205 | 75 | 130 |
Connectivity of Ghurwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghurwa. As per the 2011 stats, Ghurwa 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghurwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghurwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghurwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghurwa
- Where is Ghurwa located?
- Ghurwa village is situated in Hussainabad Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghurwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ghurwa is Urdhwar Manjurahar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ghurwa?
- The pincode of Ghurwa is 822116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghurwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghurwa is 529, with 278 males and 251 females.
- How many households are there in Ghurwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghurwa village has a total of 68 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghurwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghurwa is 61.25%. The male literacy rate is 73.02%, while the female literacy rate is 48.21%.