Gurdha
Gurdha is a village located in Lakhani tehsil of Bhandara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Lakhani (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Bhandara. As per 2009 stats, Gurdha village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gurdha unique in its vibrant Lakhani-Bhandara region. You’ll see Gurdha’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gurdha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurdha is 537242. The village spans a total geographical area of 407.59 hectares. Bhandara is nearest town to Gurdha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
Google Map of Gurdha
Population of Gurdha
According to the 2011 Census, Gurdha has a total population of about 1,326, with approximately 659 males and 667 females. The sex ratio is around 1012 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 133 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 157 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 238. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.79%, with male literacy at about 80.73% and female literacy near 62.97%. There are around 321 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gurdha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,326 | 659 | 667 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 73 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 157 | 82 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 238 | 116 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 952 | 532 | 420 |
| Illiterate Population | 374 | 127 | 247 |
Connectivity of Gurdha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurdha. As per the 2011 stats, Gurdha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gurdha
Knowing the nearby villages of Gurdha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gurdha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gurdha
- Where is Gurdha located?
- Gurdha village is situated in Lakhani Tehsil, within the Bhandara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gurdha?
- Gurdha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gurdha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurdha is 1,326, with 659 males and 667 females.
- How many households are there in Gurdha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gurdha village has a total of 321 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gurdha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurdha is 71.79%. The male literacy rate is 80.73%, while the female literacy rate is 62.97%.