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
As per Census 2011, Gurja village has a total population of 1,080 people, consisting of 595 males and 485 females. The village has 195 households and a sex ratio of 815 females per 1,000 males. There are 184 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 651 literate and 429 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gurja are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,080 | 595 | 485 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 110 | 74 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,080, including 595 males and 485 females.
How many households are there in Gurja?
There are 195 households in Gurja.
What is the literacy rate in Gurja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurja is 60.28%. Male literacy is 68.74% and female literacy is 49.90%.