Gurja - Joura, Morena
Gurja is a village situated in the Joura tehsil of Morena district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joura and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Morena. Chhinwara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gurja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurja is 452306. The village covers a total geographical area of 750 hectares and falls under the 476221 pincode. Joura is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Gurja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Joura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Morena Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gurja
According to the 2011 Census, Gurja village had a total population of 1,080 people, including 595 males and 485 females, living in 195 households. The sex ratio was 815 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.66%, with male literacy at 84.33% and female literacy at 58.88%.
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 | 1,080 | 595 | 485 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 110 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 651 | 409 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 429 | 186 | 243 |
Nearby Villages of Gurja
Gurja 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 Gurja
Gurja is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Joura to Gurja is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Morena to Gurja is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurja 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gurja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurja 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 Gurja
Where is Gurja located?
Gurja village is located in Joura Tehsil, Morena district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gurja?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurja is Chhinwara.
What is the pincode of Gurja?
The pincode of Gurja is 476221.
What is the population of Gurja?
Gurja had a total population of 1,080, including 595 males and 485 females.
How many households are there in Gurja?
Gurja had 195 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gurja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurja was 72.66%. Male literacy was 84.33% and female literacy was 58.88%.