Guru - Ormanjhi, Ranchi
Guru is a village situated in the Ormanjhi subdivision of Ranchi district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ormanjhi and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Ranchi. Paancha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guru is 373632. The village covers a total geographical area of 182.08 hectares and falls under the 834001 pincode.
Guru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Guru
According to the 2011 Census, Guru village had a total population of 1,186 people, including 587 males and 599 females, living in 230 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.69%, with male literacy at 71.91% and female literacy at 45.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 399.
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 | 1,186 | 587 | 599 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 78 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 399 | 198 | 201 |
| Literate Population | 591 | 366 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 595 | 221 | 374 |
Nearby Villages of Guru
Guru 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 Guru
Guru 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ranchi to Guru is about 27 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 Guru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Guru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Guru
Where is Guru located?
Guru village is located in Ormanjhi Subdivision, Ranchi district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Guru?
The Gram Panchayat of Guru is Paancha.
What is the pincode of Guru?
The pincode of Guru is 834001.
What is the population of Guru?
Guru had a total population of 1,186, including 587 males and 599 females.
How many households are there in Guru?
Guru had 230 households.
What is the literacy rate in Guru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guru was 58.69%. Male literacy was 71.91% and female literacy was 45.18%.