Gurja

Gurja is a village located in Vijaypur tehsil of Sheopur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Vijaypur (tehsildar office) and 138km away from district headquarter Sheopur. As per 2009 stats, Bichpuri is the gram panchayat of Gurja village.

Gurja has its own place in the vibrant Sheopur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Gurja

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurja is 451387. The village spans a total geographical area of 276 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 476332. Vijaypur is nearest town to Gurja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Gurja

Below is a concise population overview of Gurja as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 145 80 65
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 19 9 10
Scheduled Castes (SC) 66 36 30
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 92 56 36
Illiterate Population 53 24 29

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gurja village:

  • The total population of Gurja village is around 145, including approximately 80 males and 65 females, with a sex ratio of 812 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 19 children aged 0–6 years in Gurja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gurja village has 66 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gurja village is about 63.45%, with male literacy at 70.00% and female literacy at 55.38%.
  • There are around 37 households in Gurja village.

Connectivity of Gurja

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurja. As per the 2011 stats, Gurja 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gurja

Knowing the nearby villages of Gurja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gurja.

Bagrod Dongarpur Dord Bardula Arusta Bichpuri Mewra Bara Kalan Pachnaya Gota Laxmanpura Bijepur

Frequently Asked Questions about Gurja

Where is Gurja located?
Gurja village is situated in Vijaypur Tehsil, within the Sheopur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurja?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurja is Bichpuri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gurja?
The pincode of Gurja is 476332, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gurja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurja is 145, with 80 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Gurja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gurja village has a total of 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gurja as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurja is 63.45%. The male literacy rate is 70.00%, while the female literacy rate is 55.38%.