Gurha - Tarhasi, Palamu
Gurha is a village situated in the Tarhasi subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tarhasi and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Daltonganj. Gurha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurha is 366171. The village covers a total geographical area of 279 hectares and falls under the 822118 pincode.
Gurha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gurha
As per Census 2011, Gurha village has a total population of 2,154 people, consisting of 1,093 males and 1,061 females. The village has 425 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 437 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,158 literate and 996 illiterate residents. Additionally, 272 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gurha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,154 | 1,093 | 1,061 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 437 | 224 | 213 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 272 | 133 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 1,158 | 639 | 519 |
| Illiterate Population | 996 | 454 | 542 |
Nearby Villages of Gurha
Gurha 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 Gurha
Public transport in the Gurha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Daltonganj to Gurha is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gurha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gurha
Where is Gurha located?
Gurha village is located in Tarhasi Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurha?
Gurha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gurha?
The pincode of Gurha is 822118.
What is the population of Gurha?
Gurha has a total population of 2,154, including 1,093 males and 1,061 females.
How many households are there in Gurha?
There are 425 households in Gurha.
What is the literacy rate in Gurha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurha is 53.76%. Male literacy is 58.46% and female literacy is 48.92%.